Process Equipment Technician

Applied Materials India Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 850,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials India Pvt Ltd in Bengaluru is seeking a Process Equipment Technician at senior level to maintain semiconductor process tools and supporting equipment. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues, support installations, and collaborate with engineers to ensure equipment readiness.

The role requires 3–8 years of relevant experience in semiconductor equipment maintenance and manufacturing equipment maintenance, with travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• 3-8 years of relevant experience in Semiconductor Equipment Maintenance.
• 3-8 years of relevant experience in Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance.
• 3-8 years of relevant experience in Automation Systems.
• Wafer fab experience would be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on semiconductor process tools and supporting equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve first-level mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, and utility issues.
• Respond to tool alarms and support equipment recovery activities.
• Escalate complex issues to Equipment Engineers and OEM service teams.
• Support installation, startup, qualification, and relocation activities.
• Coordinate facility hookups and equipment readiness activities.
• Verify operational readiness prior to engineering usage.
• Follow EHS standards and cleanroom protocols.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems

Mechanical aptitude

Pneumatic and vacuum systems

Root cause analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Mechanical Engineering (Diploma/Bachelor)

Electrical Engineering (Diploma/Bachelor)

Electronics Engineering (Diploma/Bachelor)

Instrumentation Engineering (Diploma/Bachelor)

Mechatronics Engineering (Diploma/Bachelor)

Job description

Process Equipment Technician

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

Location: Bangalore,IND

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

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance activities on semiconductor process tools and supporting equipment.
• Execute maintenance procedures in accordance with OEM documentation and internal SOPs.
• Diagnose and resolve first level mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum, and utility‑related issues.
• Respond to tool alarms and support equipment recovery activities.
• Escalate complex issues to Equipment Engineers and OEM service teams.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Support equipment installation, startup, qualification, and relocation activities.
• Coordinate facility hookups and equipment readiness activities.
• Verify operational readiness prior to engineering usage.
• Support daily lab operational activities and equipment readiness.
• Coordinate with tool owners and engineering teams for maintenance scheduling.
• Assist in tracking equipment uptime, PM compliance, and work‑order closure metrics.
• Follow EHS standards, Cleanroom protocols, and LOTO procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability.
• Participate in productivity and cost‑reduction projects.
• Contribute to standardization of maintenance practices across laboratories.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in: Mechanical Engineering
• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in: Electrical Engineering
• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in: Electronics Engineering
• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in: Instrumentation Engineering
• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in: Mechatronics Engineering
• 3-8 years of relevant experience in: Semiconductor Equipment Maintenance
• 3-8 years of relevant experience in: Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance
• 3-8 years of relevant experience in: Automation Systems
• 3-8 years of relevant experience in: Wafer fab experience would be an added advantage

Additional Information

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

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.

Experience Level Senior Level