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R&D Mechanical Engineer (m/w/d) - semiconductor industry

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Munich, GermanyexternalScience and EngineeringPosted 2 months ago (May 31, 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: €70,400.00 - €96,800.00 Location: Heimstetten,DEU 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. As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to process and resolve mechanical problems, design and implement custom mechanical tooling and associated processes, and enable the handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and modifying mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, and specifications. You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations-- and you'll coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects, identifying sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues. @@HD@@ About the Role:@@/HD@@ @@HD@@ We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Design Engineer (m/f/d)@@/HD@@ with a strong foundation in precision machining and design for manufacturability. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on shop floor experience in high-tech manufacturing environments and a deep understanding of mechanical design principles, including GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis. @@HD@@ Key Responsibilities:@@/HD@@ • Lead mechanical design projects from concept through to product release. • Develop designs optimized for manufacturability and cost efficiency. • Apply advanced GD&T principles and perform tolerance stack analyses. • Collaborate closely with vendors and manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility, quality, and cost effectiveness. • Create detailed 3D models and engineering drawings using CAD tools. • Support prototype development and testing, incorporating feedback into design iterations. • Participate in design reviews and cross-functional team meetings. • Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering or related field. • Minimum

5 years of combined practical and theoretical experience

in mechanical design and manufacturing. • Strong expertise in

precision machining

and familiarity with a wide range of manufacturing processes including: • Turning, milling, welding, electro-erosion, polishing, etc. • Proven experience in

design for manufacturability

and

cost optimization

. • Excellent knowledge of

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

and

tolerance stack-up

. • Hands-on experience in

high-tech manufacturing environments

, preferably involving precision mechanics and diverse materials. • Demonstrated success in

vendor collaboration

and project completion to product release. • Fluent in

English

, with

good proficiency in German

.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with PLM systems and engineering change processes. • Familiarity with ISO standards and quality systems. • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Sounds interesting? Then it is best to apply via our online portal. Know more through our YouTube channel! Applied Materials Integrated Circuit Testing GmbH @@HD@@ Ammerthalstrasse 20 85551 Heimstetten near Munich www.appliedmaterials.com Additional Information@@/HD@@ @@HD@@ Time Type:@@/HD@@ @@HD@@Full time Employee Type:@@/HD@@ @@HD@@Assignee / Regular Travel:@@/HD@@ @@HD@@Not Specified Relocation Eligible:@@/HD@@ No 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.

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