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
Location:
Kumamoto,JPN, Tokyo,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
- Evaluates technical requirements of new and existing Best Know Method, work with supplier to define or recommend prats cleaning solution, which would result in savings, lead time reductions, system improvements, increased parts life and/or mitigated risk.
- Work with Surface Tech or Quality teams to ensure the integrity and clarity of engineering drawing requirements, make sure all expectations are communicated effectively to supporting suppliers.
- Continuous involvement in the Supplier Selection Process to develop a supply base that provides competitive advantage in quality, value/cost, delivery and technology.
- Leads the supplier technical audit process and evaluates supplier performance and capability, drive continuous improvement opportunities at supplier. Training other supplier engineers on the supplier audit and evaluation process.
- Participation with Quality team in quality problem resolutions and incident management, supervise supplier corrective and preventive action. Identifies and drives broad based systemic supplier resolutions at the process level.
- Assist in cost planning by monitoring key cost drivers, supply markets, to ensure a competitive advantage.
Functional Knowledge
- Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field
Business Expertise
- Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services
Leadership
- May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity
Problem Solving
- Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions
Impact
- Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies
Interpersonal Skills
- Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s / Master's Degree in chemistry, mechanical, materials etc. engineering disciplines.
- 10+ years working experience in the semiconductor industry or parts manufacture/cleaning related field
- Good communication skill, influence skill, successful project experience on new product introduction or Lean project or quality upgrade
- Good integrity, strong IP awareness, protect Applied benefit when working in supplier site
- Able to support significant domestic travel >50%
- Knowledge and successful experience on automation, AI is nice to have.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
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
- Bachelor's or master's degree in chemistry, mechanical engineering, materials engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- 10+ years of experience in the semiconductor industry or parts manufacturing and cleaning-related fields
- Strong communication and influencing skills
- Successful project experience in new product introduction, Lean projects, or quality upgrades
- Strong integrity and intellectual property awareness when working at supplier sites
- Ability to support significant domestic travel exceeding 50%
- Knowledge and successful experience with automation or artificial intelligence
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.
