Process Engineer

Process EngineerApplied 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.Salary: $124,000.00 - $171,000.00Location: Santa Clara, CAYou'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 Process Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor manufacturing technologies. You will collect and analyze data, perform hardware characterization, and troubleshoot engineering issues. You'll also measure film properties, generate technical documentation, and engage with customers to resolve concerns. Process Engineers collaborate with vendors and suppliers, and become familiar with implementing new technologies and products. You will experiment, learn, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the semiconductor and display industries, partnering with our globally recognized R&D teams on state-of-the-art research and development projects.Job DescriptionApplied Materials is looking for a Process Engineer to become part of a world class team focused on developing the next generation CVD products. This is an excellent opportunity for research and development of materials that will enable current and future semiconductor device nodes. The ideal candidate will lead the technological advancement that requires development of various materials, deposition techniques and determine how to integrate the films for semiconductor device manufacturing.Key ResponsibilitiesDrive innovation and development of CVD process & hardware technologyDefine technical path to solve high value problemsDevelop, plan and execute process engineering development projectsLead and participate in discussions with internal and external stakeholders to develop & deliver world-class performance solutions to the customersAdvance in-depth understanding of process, hardware and their interaction in highly complex systemsPerform process and hardware characterization on highly complex systemsFunctional KnowledgeRegarded as technical expert in their respective fieldExperience in semiconductor processing technology beneficialLeadershipLeads projects with significant complexityDevelop strategy and path for project executionWork effectively with team members within and outside of the organizationProblem SolvingIdentify and define clear high value problemsAbility to break down complex challenges into clear problem statements, and develop strategy to solve themSolve complex problems with multiple process and hardware tradeoffsAbility to absorb knowledge from multiple sources, identify and implement the best solutionImpactImpacts the direction of process and hardware development for current and future technologiesInterpersonal SkillsPassionate in solving problems and advancing technologyWork independently and in a team with varying fields and years of expertiseExcellent communication skillsAdditional InformationTime Type: Full timeEmployee Type: Assignee / RegularTravel: Yes, 10% 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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