Manufacturing Engineer (Entry-level)

Applied Materials, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials science and engineering, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer in Singapore to develop and maintain fabrication methods, sequences, and processes for parts and final assemblies. You will collaborate with engineering on product improvements, estimate costs, and drive lean initiatives to improve productivity and cost-effectiveness.

Role emphasizes DFx, tooling decisions, and test procedures to ensure high-quality output while meeting timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 1–2 years semiconductor experience or related industry preferred.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and cost reduction is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain methods, sequences, and processes for fabrication.
• Coordinate release of product improvements and new products with other engineers.
• Estimate and reduce manufacturing costs while improving product quality.
• Determine time standards and advise on tooling and process needs.
• Develop/test procedures and evaluate work methods for effectiveness.
• Identify root causes and corrective actions during assembly or testing.

Skills

Lean principles

Automation

Continuous improvement

Root cause analysis

Test procedures

Education

Bachelor's 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.

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.

Role Overview

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you are responsible for developing and maintaining methods, operating sequences, and processes in the fabrication of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. You'll work closely with other engineering functions to coordinate the release of product improvements and new products, and you'll use engineering principles to estimate and reduce manufacturing costs, improve product quality, determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements. Your expertise in lean principles, automation, and continuous improvement will be instrumental in driving operational excellence and achieving higher levels of productivity and cost-effectiveness. You'll develop and use test procedures, evaluate test results, and assess work methods, procedures, and policies to identify root cause issues and solutions that ensure operational success.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain all methods, operating sequences, and processes in the fabrication of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies
• Work with other engineering functions to coordinate the release of product improvements and new products
• Use basic engineering and design for excellence (DFx) principles to estimate and reduce manufacturing and/or product costs, and to improve product quality
• Determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements
• Develop and use test procedures, evaluate test results, and evaluate work methods, procedures, and policies
• Assist in determining the root causes and corrective actions for issues that arise during assembly or system testing

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of semiconductor experience or other industry experience
• General knowledge of semiconductor industry developed through education or experience

Physical Requirements

This position may require standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools. Additionally, because this position also may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time Employee Type: New College Grad Travel: 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.