Electrical Engineer

Applied Materials South East Asia; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials South East Asia in Singapore seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer focused on electrical systems and assemblies. You will validate supplier deliverables, troubleshoot issues, and ensure robust system integration without owning product design.

You will review schematics, PCBAs, wiring harnesses, and power distribution; drive supplier audits; and collaborate with global teams to resolve issues and improve quality performance. A degree in Electrical Engineering is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor capital equipment and processes.
• Hands-on wiring, electrical connections, and power systems.
• Experience with schematics, harness drawings, and system integration.
• Familiarity with supplier quality, manufacturing processes, and audits.
• Knowledge of IPC standards (soldering, PCBA), ESD, and assembly best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of electrical systems including PCBA, wiring harnesses, connectors, and AC/DC power distribution.
• Review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system interconnections.
• Own supplier quality for electrical components (PCBA, cable harnesses, power supplies).
• Evaluate supplier technical capability in electrical assembly, testing, and process control.
• Drive supplier audits (process, technical, and quality system assessments).
• Monitor supplier performance and lead improvement actions.
• Lead investigation of electrical failures (connectivity issues, power faults, intermittent failures).
• Verify supplier manufacturing processes for electrical assemblies (soldering, crimping, cable routing, insulation).
• Validate key quality controls such as inspection methods, ESD handling, and functional testing.
• Support engineering changes by validating impact to electrical interfaces and system integration.
• Collaborate with global teams on supplier performance and issue resolution.

Skills

Electrical Eng

Schematics

PCBA

Audits

Supplier Quality

Education

Electrical / Electronic Engineering degree

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

Location:Singapore,SGP

• 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 role focuses on managing supplier quality for electrical systems and assemblies, with a strong emphasis on practical understanding of electronic circuits, power systems, and interconnections. The engineer will act as a technical interface to validate supplier deliverables, troubleshoot issues, and ensure robust system integration without owning product design.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop strong understanding of electrical systems including PCBA, wiring harnesses, connectors, and AC/DC power distribution
• Review and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system interconnections
• Own supplier quality for electrical components (PCBA, cable harnesses, power supplies)
• Evaluate supplier technical capability in electrical assembly, testing, and process control
• Drive supplier audits (process, technical, and quality system assessments)
• Monitor supplier performance (QPPM, DMR, NC trends) and lead improvement actions
• Lead investigation of electrical failures (e.g., connectivity issues, power faults, intermittent failures)
• Verify supplier manufacturing processes for electrical assemblies (e.g., soldering, crimping, cable routing, insulation)
• Validate key quality controls such as inspection methods, ESD handling, and functional testing
• Support engineering changes by validating impact to electrical interfaces and system integration
• Collaborate with global teams on supplier performance and issue resolution

Preferred Profile

• Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering
• Strong product knowledge on semiconductor capital equipment products and processes
• Strong hands-on understanding of wiring, electrical connections, and power systems
• Experience working with schematics, harness drawings, and system integration
• Familiarity with supplier quality, manufacturing processes, and audits
• Knowledge of IPC standards (e.g., soldering, PCBA), ESD, and assembly best practices

Additional Information

Time Type

Full time

Employee Type

Assignee / Regular

Travel

Yes, 25% of the Time

Relocation Eligible

Yes

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.