RF Engineer IV

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:

$147,000.00 - $202,500.00

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. 

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As an Electrical Engineer, you are responsible for designing, modifying, and troubleshooting electrical or electronic engineering assemblies, layouts, schematics, and drawings to advance the equipment that supports our technology. Using your technical experience and critical thinking skills, you will perform engineering analysis, generate test reports, develop innovative solutions, and create documentation for product releases. You will also coordinate the procurement and assembly of components, identify sources of critical parts, and resolve technical issues to ensure peak performance.

General Profile 

Will work in a Technology group that takes input from Process teams and

develops design requirements for the Engineering group and suppliers for RF and other power delivery to an etch processing chamber. The applicant should be able to use best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services, primarily to the RF and bias systems. Solves unique and complex problems that have a broad impact on the business. Eventually will lead project teams to achieve milestones and objectives. Competencies: Working knowledge of electromagnetic theory and basic RF system design (RF generation, RF match or RF filters). Participate in design reviews, validate designs, test & validate modules, select components, grounding & shielding design, write & review technical documentation. Will need to learn how to run the plasma etch tool, will also learn AMAT Product Development Life Cycle, and Project Management. Must have good problem-solving skills and accuracy & attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

1. Run tests in the lab to assess power delivery performance, trouble shoot problems, and perform Concept & Feasibility tests for possible improvements

2. Develop and implement concepts for a wide range of complex product issues and engineering solutions

3. Technical lead and/or execute engineering projects and spearhead research and development of new technologies, as appropriate

4. Problem identification and troubleshooting a wide range of complex engineering problems

5. Specify and/or perform engineering analysis of complex scope

6. Interface with internal and external customers regarding complex electrical issues to address customers High Value Problems (HVP) for a range of products

7. Independently, generate product specifications

8. Define, coordinate, perform and document engineering tests

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or similar field

• 7-10 years of experience in a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or similar field

• Extensive experience with project management and the Applied Materials product development life cycle 

• Demonstrated experience leading teams 

Additional Information

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.

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