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Mechanical Engineer

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Applied Materials
Santa Clara, CAexternalScience and EngineeringPosted 3 months ago (May 14, 2026)

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips - the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world - like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. @@HD@@ What We Offer@@/HD@@ Salary: $124,000.00 - $171,000.00 Location: Santa Clara,CA You'll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible-while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We're committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. @@HD@@ Job Description Applied Materials is looking for a Mechanical Engineer@@/HD@@ who is an effective problem solver and system thinker. In this role, you will

own the end‑to‑end design, development, and validation of hardware

required to enable

Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD)

processes. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will develop technical solutions by generating root‑cause hypotheses, brainstorming design concepts as part of a cross‑functional team and performing hands‑on testing to validate solutions. You will be instrumental in enabling key technologies and developing equipment that powers the

next generation of advanced semiconductor chips and displays

used in

Artificial Intelligence and Augmented Reality

applications. @@HD@@ Key Responsibilities@@/HD@@ @@HD@@ • Technically lead engineering projects and own end‑to‑end execution@@/HD@@ , delivering complete solutions for technical problems of varying complexity. • Deconstruct

on‑wafer performance requirements

into clear engineering design requirements and collaborate with different engineering disciples like Process Engineering team to develop solutions that meet or exceed those requirements. • Identify

design tradeoffs and technical risks

, evaluate alternatives, and select the optimal path to solution. • Perform engineering analyses (e.g.,

tolerance, thermal, structural, flow

) to demonstrate designs will meet functional and performance objectives. • Work with internal subject‑matter experts and external suppliers to design systems and components that achieve performance, reliability, and manufacturability requirements. • Plan and execute

structured experiments and validation tests

to characterize performance, establish operating windows, and define design margins. • Analyze experimental and field data using tools such as

JMP and Microsoft Excel

to identify trends, assess statistical significance, and draw sound engineering conclusions. • Validate solutions using

first‑principles hand calculations

and simulation tools (e.g.,

FEA / CFD

), correlating analytical predictions with test results. • Prepare and deliver

technical presentations

to cross‑functional teams, management, and customers. • Create, specify, review, and release

engineering documentation

in

Teamcenter

, ensuring accuracy and configuration control across the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

@@HD@@ • PhD or Master's degree in mechanical engineering@@/HD@@ with 4

-7 years of applicable experience

• Experience in

semiconductor equipment design or troubleshooting

. • Proficiency with

3D CAD tools

such as

Siemens NX

,

Creo (Pro/ENGINEER), or SolidWorks

• Experience with

engineering analysis tools

(e.g.,

ANSYS, CFD‑ACE, COMSOL

) is a plus. • Demonstrated strength in at least one technical domain:

thermal engineering, compressible flow, mechanical design, or machining/manufacturing processes

. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create

clear, concise engineering documentation

. • Proven ability to build effective

cross‑functional relationships

and communicate technical concepts to non‑experts. • Ability to

prioritize and manage multiple projects

in a fast‑paced product development environment. @@HD@@ • Additional Information@@/HD@@ @@HD@@ Time Type:@@/HD@@ @@HD@@Full time Employee Type:@@/HD@@ @@HD@@Assignee / Regular Travel:@@/HD@@ @@HD@@Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible:@@/HD@@ Yes The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable. For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement. Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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