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
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As a Process Support Engineer (PSE), you'll play a critical role in guiding products through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept to final qualification. You will provide high-visibility customer support through on-site installations, system diagnoses, and the service and repair of complex systems and equipment. PSEs work closely with customers and R&D teams to develop leading-edge processes used to manufacture advanced semiconductor chips, and create hypothesis experiments and design of experiments (DOEs). You'll analyze data with statistics and compile reports with high-level conclusions on technically challenging process engineering experiments. Additionally, you will troubleshoot complex problems, perform root cause analyses, and resolve difficult process engineering and customer product issues. Process Support Engineers work across technologies such as: Chemical Vapor Deposition, Atomic Layer Deposition, Plasma Reactive Ion Etch, Physical Vapor Deposition, Anneal and Implant.
Key Responsibilities
Provide display PECVD tools startup support on BKM recipe qualification, and support service team to get tool CAR sign off.
With basic knowledge of the concept of PECVD and the fundamental principles of plasma
Understand the thin film characteristics of PECVD, as well as the simple analysis methods and tools.
With the basic abilities of data collection, data analysis , and report preparation.
Be capable of conducting some process DOEs experiments
Have good communication and expression skills, and teamwork player.
Have a basic level of English reading& writing skills, as well as spoken ability preferred.
Be able to accept a flexible working locations, accept a certain proportion of business trips.
Who understand the AMOLED display process will be given priority consideration.
Functional Knowledge
- Demonstrates expanded conceptual knowledge in own discipline and broadens capabilities
Business Expertise
- Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work
Leadership
- No supervisory responsibilities but provides informal guidance to new team members
Problem Solving
- Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedents
Impact
- Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies
Interpersonal Skills
- Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
New College GradTravel:
Yes, 50% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
YesApplied 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.
Skills Required
- Basic knowledge of PECVD and plasma principles
- Ability for data collection and analysis
- Capable of conducting process DOEs experiments
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Basic English reading and writing skills preferred
- Understanding AMOLED display process preferred
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.









