Applied Early Career - Installation Team Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer [Customer Engineer]

At Applied Materials, you'll help power the technology that makes modern life possible. As an Installation Field Service Engineer (Customer Engineer), you'll work with cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and support some of the world's most advanced technology companies.

This is an exciting opportunity for recent graduates who enjoy hands-on problem solving, working directly with customers, and traveling to support the installation and optimization of industry-leading equipment. You'll receive training, mentorship, and real-world experience while building a strong technical foundation and growing your career with a global technology leader.

Travel Requirement: Up to 90%

This role offers extensive travel to customer sites across assigned regions. If you enjoy exploring new locations, working in dynamic environments, meeting new people, and solving technical challenges firsthand, this role provides a unique opportunity to do all of that while accelerating your professional growth.

What You'll Do

• Install, configure, and support Applied Materials equipment at customer sites.
• Learn to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and system-related issues with support from experienced engineers.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Work alongside senior engineers during equipment installations, upgrades, and customer projects.
• Build strong relationships with customers by providing professional technical support and service.
• Document service activities and communicate project updates to customers and internal teams.
• Follow all safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Continuously develop your technical knowledge through hands-on experience, training programs, and mentorship.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of an Associate degree or Bachelors Degree
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, or digital multimeters
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Ability to read and follow technical documentation and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a passport for business travel.
• Ability to meet customer site safety and environmental requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Internship, co-op, research, or project experience involving mechanical, electrical, vacuum, pneumatic, hydraulic, or manufacturing systems.
• Exposure to semiconductor, manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, automotive, or similar technical environments.
• Experience gained through internships, laboratory work, engineering projects, co-op programs, or other hands-on technical experiences.
• Demonstrated leadership through student organizations, team projects, athletics, military service, or community involvement.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Working in confined spaces and cleanroom environments
• Climbing ladders and working at heights
• Lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds
• Using hand and power tools
• Distinguishing between colors for equipment and wiring identification
• Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), including coveralls, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, and face shields
• Working around electrical systems and moderate industrial noise

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 75% 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.

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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