Mechanical Engineer IV, Robotics

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

Salary: $147,000.00 - $202,500.00

Location: Santa Clara,CA

You’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.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to process and resolve mechanical problems, design and implement custom mechanical tooling and associated processes, and enable the handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and modifying mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, and specifications. You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations-- and you'll coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects, identifying sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support automation systems engineering projects that have a substantial mix of electrical, mechanical, and software design, and understand the underlying system implications.
• Leverage robotics subject matter expertise in performing systems engineering analyses in support of semiconductor equipment product development.
• Leverage robotics subject matter expertise and interpersonal skills to evaluate & negotiate requirements from internal and external customers with consideration for feasibility, technical risks, and operational factors.
• Manage projects consisting of software and mechanical scope to ensure OEM robot vendors meet specific requirements on time and at cost.
• Perform software and mechanical testing and qualification of OEM supplied robots. Design & build physical test stands and develop testing software in support of qualification activities.
• Maintain accoutability for quality and reliability requirements throughout the product lifecycle. Drive closure of quality problems using structured methodologies.
• Evaluate mechanical, software & electrical designs within material handling robots, and similar mechanisms, with respect to requirements.
• Support System Integration and troubleshooting of automation modules during the manufacturing and application lab (cleanroom) operations of new product designs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7-10 years of experience
• Demonstrated expertise in robotics and/or automation systems engineering and integration, including hardware testing, software testing, and complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree
• 10 years of experience
• Robotics, Systems Engineering, Project management and supplier management experience
• Experience with Semiconductor Wafer Handling

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

The 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.

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