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:
$176,000.00 - $242,000.00Location:
Hillsboro,ORYou’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.
Key Responsibilities
- Engages with customers at a senior and management level to identify High Value Problems. PSEs can progress within the Process Support Engineer job family where they will have increasing responsibility at N and N+1 for several products. Or, they can switch to the Technical Director family to have more focus on the products at N+1 and N+2.
- Work closely with BUs to develop DVS solutions to address customer High Value Problems
- Drives the adoption of new technology at the customer site. Works closely with customers to demonstrate and introduce new technologies at customer sites, through Demos, on site evaluations, Joint Development Programs and new tool qualifications.
- Serves as liaison between the customer and the Business Unit for assigned projects, ensuring clear understanding of customer issues and delivery of applicable solutions.
- Mentor and oversee technical development of junior level PSEs
- Technology expert in multiple product lines in at least one BU
- Expert integration knowledge
Functional Knowledge
- Recognized as “guru” or external expert in a function
- Demonstrates broad and comprehensive expertise in leading-edge theories, techniques and/or technologies within own field
Business Expertise
- Influences internal/external business and/or regulatory issues that have an impact on the business
Leadership
- Leads highly visible multidisciplinary project teams or initiatives; provides thought leadership
Problem Solving
- Proactively identifies and solves the most complex problems; uses ground-breaking methods to think beyond existing solutions
Impact
- Impacts business direction through the development of innovative services or products
Interpersonal Skills
- Negotiates with senior management, customers, regulators or vendors to influence decisions
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes, 25% 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.
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 [email protected], 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 Required
- Engage with customers at senior and management levels to identify high-value problems
- Develop DVS solutions in coordination with Business Units
- Drive adoption and demonstration of new technologies at customer sites (demos, on-site evaluations, JDPs, tool qualifications)
- Serve as liaison between customers and Business Units for assigned projects
- Mentor and oversee technical development of junior Process Support Engineers
- Be a technology expert in multiple product lines within at least one Business Unit
- Provide expert integration knowledge
- Lead highly visible multidisciplinary project teams or initiatives
- Proactively identify and solve complex technical problems using advanced methods
- Negotiate and influence decisions with senior management, customers, regulators, or vendors
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of the time
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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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards, with a 401(k) match structure and auto-enrollment described alongside participation in stock-related programs. The combination of matching and purchase discounts is presented as strengthening longer-term financial benefits beyond base pay.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is characterized as comprehensive, spanning medical/dental/vision as well as life and disability protections, with additional support like EAP and virtual care. Onsite fitness/health centers in certain locations further reinforce the sense of a robust health and wellness benefits stack.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are described as broad, including flexible/unlimited PTO in some roles, paid holidays, sick time, bereavement leave, and parental leave. Flex-time and flexible hours appear repeatedly as part of the overall rewards experience.
Applied Materials Insights
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.
