Industrial & Equipment Engineer (m/f/d) – Semiconductor Manufacturing

Applied Materials Europe; Heimstetten; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock award program

Bonus potential

Job summary

Applied Materials Europe in Heimstetten, Germany, seeks engineers to optimize production processes and drive reliability for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. The role focuses on LEAN methods, MTM time studies, and spare-parts optimization, with strong collaboration across maintenance, production, and quality teams.

Ideal candidates bring hands-on experience with CE/safety compliance, SAP/ERP systems, and cross-functional project delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering or related field.
• Experience in industrial or semiconductor/high-tech manufacturing.
• Hands-on LEAN/process optimization, REFA/MTM, maintenance & reliability, CE/safety compliance.
• Experience with SAP or ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Optimizing production processes using LEAN methods and Kanban/JIT.
• Running time studies (REFA/MTM) and supporting capacity planning.
• Driving predictive and preventive maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Supporting tool installation, qualification and ramp-up; optimize spare-parts strategies.
• Designing safe, ergonomic workplaces and equipment meeting CE and safety standards.
• Using SAP/ERP and performance data to guide improvements.
• Leading or supporting cross-functional improvement projects and audits.

Skills

LEAN optimization

REFA/MTM

Maintenance & reliability

Spare-parts management

CE/safety compliance

SAP ERP

Analytical skills

Cross-team communication

Education

Engineering degree (Industrial/Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics)

Tools

SAP

ERP system

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world's technology.

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world's technology.

What We Offer

Salary:

€0,00 - €0,00

Location:

Heimstetten,DEU

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.

Shape the Future of High-Tech Manufacturing

We're always looking for engineers who want to make semiconductor equipment manufacturing more efficient and reliable. Whether you focus on optimizing processes and production flow or on keeping advanced tools running at peak performance, we'd like to hear from you. We use this posting to build our talent pipeline, so we'll consider you for current and upcoming roles that fit your profile.

What You'll Do

• Optimizing production processes with LEAN methods (5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping), Kanban and JIT
• Running time studies (REFA/MTM) and supporting capacity planning and sequencing
• Driving predictive and preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability
• Supporting tool installation, qualification and ramp-up, and optimizing spare-parts strategies
• Designing safe, ergonomic workplaces and equipment that meet CE and safety standards
• Using SAP/ERP and performance data to guide continuous improvement and decisions
• Leading or supporting cross-functional improvement projects, including documentation for audits and compliance

What You Bring

• Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field
• Profound experience in industrial or equipment engineering, ideally in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing
• A solid grounding in mechanical and electrical engineering
• Hands-on experience in one or more of these areas: LEAN/process optimization, REFA/MTM, maintenance and reliability, spare-parts management, CE/safety compliance
• Experience with SAP or a similar ERP system
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, and clear communication across teams

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Join a global leader in semiconductor innovation
• Work with state-of-the-art equipment in a collaborative, safety-first environment
• Grow your career through training programs and international exposure
• Help shape the future of smart manufacturing

Additional Information

• Time Type: Full time
• Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Eligible: No

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.