Director of Systems/Electrical Engineering

Who We Are Applied 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. What We Offer Salary: $206,000.00 – $283,500.00 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 ( Key Responsibilities Manages a systems engineering group responsible for the design, development and implementation of complete engineering programs in accordance with project budgets and release schedules. Develops long‑range plans and creates general engineering or product specific strategies to reach goals and reviews engineering specifications. Anticipates future needs and initiates the development and implementation of new approaches to engineering design and development. Provides approval guidelines and leadership to reporting engineering managers in the area of long‑term program, strategy, and process design. Works with business group management teams to ensure that such programs, strategies, and processes are aligned with the organization’s direction. Defines performance metrics and reports on the engineering functions’ progress against specific goals. Interfaces with internal and external customers on engineering issues involving the unit’s products. Demonstrates broad and comprehensive understanding of different systems, theories and practices. Applies broad industry and commercial awareness to drive financial and operational performance across business unit, department or sub‑functions. Leads through subordinate managers of managers; executes segment/functional business plans and contributes to the development of segment/functional strategy. Directs the resolution of highly complex or unusual business problems applying advanced analytical thought and judgment. Guided by segment/functional strategy, impacts results of a department, business unit or sub‑function or facilitates the work done by other segments/functions by providing support to impact the business. Negotiates and influences the opinions of others at the senior executive level and in external organizations; exercises sensitivity to the audience. Qualifications Experience leading globally distributed teams across the U.S., Asia, and India. BS, MS, or PhD in Systems or Electrical Engineering, with 15+ years of relevant industry experience. Recognized technical authority in the assigned domain, with broad knowledge across adjacent functional areas. Expertise in overall control architecture, including remote I/O distribution (EtherCAT, DeviceNet), analog and digital control, and motion control. Hands‑on expertise in control systems, system integration, PCB design, and software development. 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. 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