DFx Mechanical Engineer III

Salary and Location $110,500.00 - $152,000.00 Santa Clara, CA Key Responsibilities Intermediate knowledge of and the ability to incorporate DFx best practices to optimize product cost, quality and manufacturing cycle time. Analyzes medium complex designs to ensure components and assemblies are manufacturable and producible. Solicits input from suppliers on manufacturability and producibility improvements on designs. Participates in cross‑functional teams to develop manufacturability and assembly‑related BKMs. Evaluates and implements medium complexity cost reduction ideas to reduce part/assembly costs in the machined, sheet metal, and plastic commodities. Identifies use cases for commonly used OEMs to leverage re‑use. Understands how cost apportionment drives cost reduction opportunities and priorities. Complexity – medium BTP parts, OEMs, and simple assemblies; Intermediate knowledge of ITO principles. Identifies and implements opportunities to maximize core content and ensure late configurability in the manufacturing sequence on medium complex modules or products. Participates in cross‑functional teams to develop ITO BKMs. Intermediate understanding of shipping/cargo restrictions by mode of transportation, customer facilities restrictions, and proper labeling. Ensures proper crate packaging on moderately complex assemblies/modules to prevent product damage during transportation. Participates in cross‑functional teams to develop tools and processes that improve transportability. Performs virtual review of moderately complex assembly/module 3D models and review of initial physical builds to identify and eliminate aesthetic issues (cable routing, color, consistency of mating features/surfaces, etc). Participates in cross functional teams on the development of aesthetics‑related BKM's. Leverages lessons learned from like products to ensure aesthetic consistency. Participates in design reviews, providing intermediate level of DFX input focused on manufacturability, producibility, cost, assembly, transportability, and aesthetics. Participate in PLC DFX workshop to align on scope for DFX review (functional description, cost apportionment, mfg strategy, test strategy, etc). Participates in cross‑functional teams to develop BKM's in the DMU and DFX workshop processes and tools. Intermediate knowledge of and experience with the day‑to‑day operations, standards, and policies of a semiconductor equipment manufacturing plant or facility. Functional Knowledge Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines. Business Expertise Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market. Leadership Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements. Problem Solving Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on analysis of multiple sources of information. Impact Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies. Interpersonal Skills Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus. Knowledge of AI and its implementation in design tools and engineering workflows GD&T Knowledge Strong working knowledge of ASME Y14.5 standards. Ability to interpret, apply, and review GD&T callouts on engineering drawings and 3D models. Hands‑on experience with tolerance stack‑up analysis (1D/2D/3D). Collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, and suppliers to ensure design‑for‑manufacturability (DFM) and design‑for‑inspection (DFI) were met. Support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for dimensional issues and drive corrective actions. Guide engineers on best practices for datums, feature control frames, and functional tolerancing. Strong understanding of AI prompt engineering techniques. Clear role definition, context framing, step‑by‑step reasoning instructions, output formatting control. Ability to convert engineering problems into structured AI prompts. Experience using Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar LLM‑based tools. Analytical mindset to validate AI‑generated outputs against engineering standards. Experience integrating AI tools into engineering or manufacturing workflows. Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible: Yes Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package to support personal and professional growth and overall wellbeing. Compensation The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration of internal equity. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Applied Materials