Systems Engineer

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:

$120,000.00 - $165,000.00

Location:

Benicia,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.

This position is located in Benicia, California

• Assist with system prototype development and build, as well as provide feedback to other teams in a timely manner, and effectively communicate solutions to relevant engineers
• Design and perform iterative testing in a systematic manner to ensure systems meet specifications
• Develop workflows for system calibration and data acquisition
• Look for ways to improve system commissioning process for consistency and scalability
• Be able to adapt and provide feedback quickly to changes in a prototype system with demanding deadlines
• Be detail-oriented and diligent in documenting changes and notes as the product is developed.
• Install finished product at customer sites and conduct site acceptance testing with customers present
• Assist with customer demos and applications

Skills

• Able to work independently to formulate and test hypotheses
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a team environment
• Excellent data analysis skills: ability analyze and manipulate large datasets quickly
• Ability to multitask and set priorities according to current demands
• Ability to deliver solutions under tight deadlines

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Engineering required (Mechanical, Electrical, Physics, or Materials Science)
• Work experience/Master’s/Ph.D. is a plus
• Be able to travel domestically and internationally to assist with in-field installations (max expected percentage travel is 10%, but subject to change)

Additional Skills of Interest

• Familiarity or experience with X-ray systems, specifically XRF is a strong plus
• Experience in Python scripting is a strong plus
• Experience with hardware control (motion control systems and automation/robotics) is a plus
• Familiarity or experience with optics and microscopes is a plus
• Understanding of semiconductor industry trends is a plus

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% 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. 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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