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:
Kumamoto,JPNYou’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
- Responsible for all technical support related aspects at a specific customer: escalations, fleet performance, system installations, improvement programs and upgrades.
- Acts as intermediary and field escalation focal point between customer and Division by providing technical support and documentation to field engineers, technicians and product support personnel who are diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing and debugging equipment.
- Provides Alpha Site support to Engineering specifically related to installation, operation, calibration, service and /or testing of a new hardware, process or software design in house or on an engineering tool
- Provides Beta Site Support; specifically related to installation, operation, calibration, service and/or testing of a new hardware, software or processes on a customer tool.
- Initiates and provides review of ECO's to ensure data supports fix and follow up with communication to the field.
- Generates and presents system performance data as required. This includes performance metrics such as MTBF, MTBI and Availability. Reporting will also include process data and I/W spending analysis.
- Supports GPS in the generation of documentation such as CENs and BKMs. Creates and reviews documentation covering technical improvements, system upgrades, and support plans. Presents at customer level. Ensures field implementation.
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
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes, 25% 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
- Experience providing technical support for escalations, fleet performance, system installations, improvement programs and upgrades
- Ability to act as intermediary and escalation focal point between customer and division and provide technical documentation to field engineers and technicians
- Experience providing Alpha and Beta site support for installation, operation, calibration, service and testing of new hardware, software or processes
- Ability to initiate and review ECOs and follow up to ensure fixes and field communication
- Ability to generate and present system performance metrics including MTBF, MTBI and Availability, plus process and I/W spending analysis
- Experience creating and reviewing technical documentation such as CENs and BKMs and ensuring field implementation
- 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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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.
