Process Engineer

Applied Materials, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 12,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials in Bangalore, India, is seeking a Process Engineer to develop and optimize advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes across deposition, etch, epitaxy, and related technologies. You will analyze data, perform DOE studies, transfer processes to new tool platforms, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product releases and customer engagements.

A minimum of 2+ years in semiconductor process engineering and a degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in related field.
• 2+ years in semiconductor process engineering.
• Experience with capital equipment and customer-facing roles is preferred.
• Knowledge of DOE and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and qualify semiconductor processes (Deposition, Etch, PVD, EPI).
• Transfer processes to new tool platforms and ensure yield, repeatability, and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, manufacturing and field teams to support product releases and tech transitions.
• Design, execute, and analyze DOE studies to understand process interactions and variables.
• Utilize JMP, Minitab, and other analytics tools to drive data-driven decisions.
• Support customer demonstrations, process evaluations, and technology benchmarking.
• Lead customer process escalations, performing root-cause analysis and corrective actions.

Skills

Deposition

Etch

Epitaxy

Diffusion

Thin films

DOE

Statistical analysis

Data analytics

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Materials Science / Chemical Engineering / Chemistry / Physics / Electrical Engineering

Tools

JMP

Minitab

Statistical software

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.

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.

About the Process Engineer role

As a Process Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor manufacturing technologies. You will collect and analyze data, perform hardware characterization, and troubleshoot engineering issues. You'll also measure film properties, generate technical documentation, and engage with customers to resolve concerns. Process Engineers collaborate with vendors and suppliers, and become familiar with implementing new technologies and products. You will experiment, learn, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the semiconductor and display industries, partnering with our globally recognized R&D teams on state‑of-the art research and development projects.

Work Location : This position is based in Bangalore, India.

About Applied Materials

Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations enable the technologies shaping the future.

Position Summary

As a Process Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing and optimizing advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes and enabling next‑generation technology solutions for global customers. You will work at the intersection of process technology, equipment engineering, data analytics, and customer engagement to develop, qualify, transfer, and support innovative processes across leading‑edge semiconductor applications.

WorThis role offers the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies in deposition, etch, epitaxy (EPI), PVD, and related semiconductor processes while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to drive product innovation, customer success, and technology adoption.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and qualify semiconductor processes including Deposition, Etch, EPI, PVD, and related technologies to meet product and customer requirements.
• Develop, transfer, and qualify processes on new tool platforms, ensuring process performance, repeatability, manufacturability, and readiness for production.
• Partner with equipment engineering teams to define hardware requirements and establish risk‑based qualification plans for new product and hardware development.
• Design, execute, and analyze Design of Experiments (DOE) to understand process interactions, identify critical variables, and optimize process performance.
• Utilize statistical analysis tools such as JMP, Minitab, and other data analytics platforms to evaluate process data and drive data‑driven decisions.
• Conduct process engineering research, development, characterization, and evaluation to enhance the performance of Applied Materials' semiconductor equipment and systems.
• Define process specifications, establish operating limits, and evaluate experimental results to ensure robust and repeatable process performance.
• Serve as the primary process engineering interface for new product development, providing technical guidance on process and equipment interactions.
• Collaborate with product development, hardware, software, manufacturing, and field teams to support product releases and technology transitions from R&D to high‑volume manufacturing.
• Work closely with customers to understand technology roadmaps, process requirements, business challenges, and future technology inflection points.
• Support customer demonstrations, process evaluations, and technology benchmarking through planning, execution, data analysis, and reporting.
• Lead customer process escalations, conducting root‑cause analysis and driving timely corrective actions and long‑term solutions.
• Drive adoption of new technologies through on‑site evaluations, customer demonstrations, process qualifications, and production ramp activities.
• Act as a single point of contact for process‑related customer requests, coordinating cross‑functional teams to ensure effective resolution and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure availability of required materials, components, and process resources.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in process capability, yield, productivity, and equipment performance.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of semiconductor fabrication processes including deposition, etch, epitaxy, diffusion, thin films, and related technologies.
• Experience with DOE methodologies, statistical process control, process characterization, and data analytics.
• Strong problem‑solving and root‑cause analysis skills.
• Ability to work effectively across cross‑functional and global teams.
• Excellent communication and customer‑facing presentation skills.
• Knowledge of semiconductor process integration and manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting customer qualifications, technology transfers, and new product introductions is highly desirable.

Qualifications

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Engineering, or a related field.

Minimum 2+ years of relevant industry, research, or semiconductor process engineering experience.

Experience in semiconductor capital equipment, process development, manufacturing, or customer‑facing technical roles is preferred.

Travel Requirements

Domestic and international travel of approximately 10-20% may be required.

Why Join Applied Materials

Join a world‑class team that is shaping the future of semiconductor technology. At Applied Materials, you will work on breakthrough innovations, collaborate with industry‑leading experts, and contribute directly to technologies that power the world’s most advanced electronics.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: Yes

Equal Opportunity

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.