Mechanical Engineer
Applied Materials
Santa Clara, CA, USPosted 3 months agoDiscoveredMatch locked
Full-time5+ years expEngineering
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.
What We Offer
Salary:
$163,000.00 - $224,000.00
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 .
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.
Applied Materials is looking for a
Mechanical Engineer
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.
Key Responsibilities
- Technically lead engineering projects and
own end‑to‑end execution
, 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
•
PhD or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering
with
5–7 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.
Time Type
Full time
Employee Type
Assignee / Regular
Travel
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible
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.
Skills
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