Product Reliability Engineer II Senior

Applied Materials India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials India in Bengaluru is seeking a Product Reliability Engineer to drive reliability assessment, validation, and failure analysis of mechanical and mechatronics subsystems used in semiconductor equipment. You will work with Design, Systems, Manufacturing, and suppliers throughout the product lifecycle.

The role emphasizes reliability testing, DFx activities, and participation in FMEA/FMECA processes, with opportunities to mentor newer team members and influence component

Qualifications

• Experience in reliability assessment, validation and failure analysis of complex mechanical/subsystems.
• Familiarity with Design for Reliability (DfR) and FMEA/FMECA concepts.
• Ability to collaborate with design, manufacturing and supplier teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute reliability validation plans for new product development and sustaining projects.
• Plan and conduct life testing, robustness testing and safety testing.
• Evaluate reliability performance of mechanical and mechatronics subsystems; monitor test progress and drive action on risks.
• Perform root cause analysis of failures and implement corrective actions with cross-functional teams.
• Support qualification of new components and supplier changes; present findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical communication

Job description

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.

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.

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The Product Reliability Engineer will be responsible for reliability assessment, validation, and failure analysis of complex mechanical and mechatronics subsystems used in semiconductor equipment. The role focuses on ensuring robust product performance through reliability testing, Design for Reliability (DfR), failure investigations, and qualification of critical subsystems including heaters, robotic handling systems, throttle valves, isolation valves, vacuum chambers, and associated electro‑mechanical assemblies.

The engineer will work closely with Design Engineering, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, Suppliers, and Global Reliability teams throughout the product development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Reliability Validation & Qualification

• Develop and execute reliability validation plans for new product development and sustaining engineering projects.
• Plan and conduct life testing, robustness testing and safety testing
• Evaluate reliability performance of mechanical/mechatronics subsystems.
• Monitor test progress, analyze results, and drive closure of identified risks.

Failure Analysis & Problem Solving

• Perform root cause analysis of product and test failures using structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Collaborate with design and supplier teams to identify corrective actions.

Product Reliability Engineering

• Participate in Design for Reliability (DfR) activities during product development.
• Support FMEA/FMECA and reliability risk assessments.
• Review designs to identify potential reliability concerns and recommend improvements.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with design engineering, systems engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and global teams.
• Support qualification of new components and supplier changes.
• Present test findings and reliability recommendations to project stakeholders.

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 and precedents

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, 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.