Defect Metrology Application Engineer

Applied Materials India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials India is looking for a Defect Metrology Application Engineer based in Bangalore. In this role, you will work within the process diagnostics and control group, focusing on detecting and classifying nanometer-size defects in semiconductor fabrication.

Your responsibilities will include maximizing product performance, contributing to product road-maps, and collaborating with leading-edge chip manufacturing clients. The position requires a willingness to travel 70% of the time, providing exciting opportunities for global engagement.

Qualifications

• Sound fundamentals of high-NA DUV imaging/SEM.
• Lab/fab hands-on experience in semiconductor fabrication.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Maximize the performance of new defect metrology products.
• Contribute to product development road-maps.
• Work closely with chip manufacturing customers.

Skills

High-NA DUV imaging/SEM

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Job description

Company Overview

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.

Benefits

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.

We provide programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.

Job Title

Defect Metrology Application Engineer

Location

ITPL Bangalore, Bangalore, India

Travel

Open to 70‑75% travel to leading semiconductor chip manufacturing fabs overseas.

Job Summary

This position is within the process diagnostics and control (PDC) group, which deals with advanced imaging together with cutting‑edge image-processing algorithms in order to detect, measure and classify nanometer‑size defects from semiconductor fabrication process steps.

Application engineers maximize the performance of new defect metrology products through a deep and thorough understanding of use cases, working closely with leading-edge chip manufacturing customers.

At a higher expertise level, they also contribute to product development road‑maps through specification definition and performance validation.

Desired Capabilities

• Sound fundamentals of high‑NA DUV imaging/SEM and light‑matter/electron‑matter interaction.
• Open to 70% travel to leading semiconductor chip manufacturing fabs overseas.
• Lab/fab hands‑on experience in semiconductor fabrication with layer‑wise detailed knowledge of material, process tech and defectivity.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team, and ability to work independently.

Competencies

Functional Knowledge: Demonstrates expanded conceptual knowledge in own discipline and broadens capabilities.

Business Expertise: Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work.

Leadership: No supervisory responsibilities but provides informal guidance to new team members.

Problem Solving: Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment.

Impact: Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies.

Interpersonal Skills: Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 75% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: Yes

Employment Equity

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.