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
Location:
Singapore,SGPYou’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.
About Us
Applied Materials is an innovation-driven company. We are the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our ability to identify emerging technologies that can complement and leverage Applied’s materials engineering expertise is critical to the company’s continued growth.
About this role
Looking for a motivated and hands-on Optical Metrology / Optical Testing engineer to support the setup and ramp of our next-generation semiconductor manufacturing line. In this role, you’ll collaborate across engineering and operations to drive smooth technology transfer from pathfinding and ramp to pilot production. Experience and discipline in process transfer to pilot production line will be critical to a successful and efficient fab ramp-up particularly in the Optical Metrology and/or Optical Testing process.
Responsibilities:
- Review and train on existing R&D processes and transfer knowledge to pilot production line
- Create a comprehensive checklist to ensure successful transfer of processes and materials
- Collaborate with R&D and production process, integration, operations and hardware teams to ensure completing the checklist on time to meet timeline needed to start HVM operations
- Track and manage schedules, deliverables, and risks for technology transfer and production milestones.
- Coordinate training with R&D transfer engineers
- Support Optical Metrology and/or Optical Testing tools and process qualifications at HVM site
Qualifications:
- Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and industry standards especially Optical Metrology / Optical Testing
- Comfortable working across time zones, collaborating with remote teams, and supporting factory-side execution
- Discipline tracking and driving deliverables to completion
- Flexibility to travel back and forth between South East Asia and the USA (up to 50% of the time)
- Candidates with more relevant years of experiences will be considered for Senior or Principal equivalent role
Work Location:
North
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes, 50% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
NoApplied 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
- Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and industry standards, especially Optical Metrology / Optical Testing
- Experience in process transfer to pilot production line and ramp to high-volume manufacturing (HVM)
- Experience supporting Optical Metrology and/or Optical Testing tool and process qualifications at HVM sites
- Comfortable working across time zones and collaborating with remote teams
- Discipline in tracking and driving deliverables to completion
- Flexibility to travel between Southeast Asia and the USA up to 50% 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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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.
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.
