Who We Are
Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.
What We Offer
Salary:
$163,000.00 - $224,000.00Location:
Santa Clara,CAYou’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 Process Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor manufacturing technologies. You will collect and analyze data, perform hardware characterization, and troubleshoot engineering issues. You'll also measure film properties, generate technical documentation, and engage with customers to resolve concerns. Process Engineers collaborate with vendors and suppliers, and become familiar with implementing new technologies and products. You will experiment, learn, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the semiconductor and display industries, partnering with our globally recognized R&D teams on state-of-the-art research and development projects.
General Profile: Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in semiconductor processing equipment in the CVD, ALD, and Chemistry depth in knowledge. Interprets internal or external business issues and recommends best practices. Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations.
Key Responsibilities
Develop CVD & ALD processes from initial concept for new integrations, through product prototyping, and finally providing manufacturable solutions to the production organization. Develop new CVD & ALD processes and techniques to solve novel integration problems. Drive solutions that are cost effective and manufacturable by innovation. Develop and apply innovative techniques to characterize CVD & ALD hardware and aid in the ongoing development of CVD & ALD hardware for a range of applications, within safety guidelines. Design experiments, collect and analyze data, and compile reports on significantly complex process engineering experiments for a range of processes and products. Train junior CVD & ALD engineers on how to effectively define and implement new methodologies, define and apply new technologies, and/or troubleshoot and resolve significantly complex process engineering issues/problems for a range of processes, integrations, and products Work in a collaborative R&D environment with individuals from different disciplines and/or business units. Interact with key customers to resolve significantly complex process engineering issues for a range of products to address our customers High Value Problems (HVP) Generate internal and external documentation for products, presentations, technical reports for integrated products and generate process engineering specifications for integrated products.
Functional Knowledge
- Regarded as the technical expert in their particular field
- Demonstrates in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in own discipline and broad knowledge of other disciplines within the function
Business Expertise
- Anticipates business and regulatory issues; recommends product, process or service improvements
Leadership
- Leads projects & team with notable risk and complexity; develops the strategy for project execution
Problem Solving
- Solves unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions
Impact
- Impacts the direction and resource allocation for program, project or services; works within general functional policies and industry guidelines
Interpersonal Skills
- Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
YesThe 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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Skills Required
- Specialized expertise in semiconductor processing equipment, particularly CVD and ALD
- In-depth knowledge of chemistry related to CVD and ALD processes
- Experience developing and integrating CVD and ALD processes for semiconductor or display manufacturing
- Experience designing experiments, collecting and analyzing process data, and characterizing hardware
- Ability to troubleshoot complex process engineering issues and develop manufacturable solutions
- Ability to generate technical reports, specifications, presentations, and product documentation
- Ability to lead complex projects and collaborate across R&D, production, suppliers, and customers
- Ability to train and mentor junior engineers
Applied Materials Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Applied Materials and has not been reviewed or approved by Applied Materials.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials emphasize comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental health, and wellness programs for employees and families, with coverage beginning on day one in many cases. On-site or virtual care options at major campuses further reinforce the breadth of support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Exempt employees are offered a Flexible Time Off program and U.S. teams observe 11 paid company holidays. These policies are consistently highlighted across official benefits summaries.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan is widely available and presented as a core part of the U.S. package, alongside equity grants in many roles. These ownership elements are positioned as meaningful contributors to total rewards.
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What We Do
Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible a better future.
