Field Service/Customer Engineer II - Etch

Customer/Field Service EngineerApplied 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, and our field service engineers are positioned in the frontline - Installing, supporting and optimizing complex systems and machinery in our customer sites around the globe. Our machines combine advanced electronics, lasers and optics, robotics, mechanics, chemistry, controls, computing and software, and our field service engineers master these fields together with customer facing skills, and grow throughout their careers as they advance in rank and knowledge.Job MissionApplied 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, and our field service engineers are positioned in the frontline - Installing, supporting and optimizing complex systems and machinery in our customer sites around the globe.Job DescriptionHas developed specialized skills or is multi-skilled developed through job-related training and considerable on-the-job experience. Completes work with a limited degree of supervision. Likely to act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.Key ResponsibilitiesIs proficient on primary toolset and demonstrates ability to acquire additional systems and applications. Performs startup activities through Tier II with limited support. Able to complete qualifications with minimal assistance.Completes quality repairs. Actively responds to fab issues by communicating with engineers in other locations and participating in escalation conference calls. May initiate or participate in projects to drive down costs or increase uptime. Ability to carry out action plans and report findings. Verifies operational quality of system equipment.Follows all checklists and procedures and ensures correct Revs of procedures and schematics are available prior to performing work. May identify procedural issues.Can perform most retrofits on equipment. Assists in process issues.Applies diagnostic techniques and the use of documentation and test equipment with assistance from senior engineers.Assumes responsibility for full customer satisfaction assuring excellent relations within assigned area. Demonstrates strong interest and knowledge of the customer's business. Builds and maintains customer satisfaction through clear, consistent communication and the sharing of collective knowledge. Is consistently able to operate in high pressure or ambiguous situations. Solicits customer feedback. Understands the impact of various actions/decisions on the account. Is aware of potential dissatisfies and escalates as appropriate. Develops and executes corrective action plans.Performs BKM's. Actively engages in the use of knowledge management systems. Complies with all IP guidelines.Complies with all safety procedures and consistently demonstrates safety as a value.Functional KnowledgeIs skilled in a range of processes, procedures, systems and tool sets to carry out assigned tasks or has developed deep skills and knowledge of tools in a single areaBusiness ExpertiseUses knowledge of how the team integrates with others to accomplish the team objectivesBuilds and maintains customer satisfaction through clear, consistent communication and the sharing of collective knowledgeLeadershipProvides informal guidance and support to more junior team membersProblem SolvingProvides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on practice and existing precedents or proceduresImpactImpacts the quality, timeliness and effectiveness of the team; uses discretion to modify work practices and processes to achieve results or improve efficiencyInterpersonal SkillsExplains technical information within the teamAdditional InformationTime Type: Full timeEmployee Type: Assignee / RegularTravel: Yes, 20% of the TimeRelocation Eligible: YesThe 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.In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. 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