Ramp/NPI Process Engineer - Dry / Wet Etch

Applied Materials South East Asia; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials is seeking a hands-on Dry Etch/Wet Etch Process Engineer to support setup and ramp of a next‑generation semiconductor manufacturing line in Woodlands, Singapore. You will drive technology transfer from pathfinding to pilot production, ensuring a smooth fab ramp and successful transfer to pilot production lines across time zones.

The role requires strong process knowledge, collaboration with R&D and production teams, and travel to regional and USA sites (about 30%).

Qualifications

• Experience with Dry Etch and Wet Etch processes.
• Ability to collaborate across time zones and remote teams.
• Willingness to travel ~30% between SEA and the USA.
• Senior/Principal level considered for more experienced candidates.

Responsibilities

• Review R&D processes and transfer knowledge to pilot production.
• Create comprehensive transfer checklists for processes and materials.
• Coordinate with R&D, production, process integration, and hardware teams to meet transfer timelines.
• Track schedules, deliverables, and risks for technology transfer and milestones.
• Coordinate training with R&D transfer engineers.
• Support tools and process qualifications at HVM site.

Skills

Semiconductor processes

Etch processes

Cross-time zone collaboration

Project coordination

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.

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.

About Us

Applied Materials is an innovation-driven company. We are the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our ability to identify emerging technologies that can complement and leverage Applied's materials engineering expertise is critical to the company's continued growth.

About This Role

Looking for a motivated and hands‑on Dry Etch / Wet Etch Process engineer to support the setup and ramp of our next‑generation semiconductor manufacturing line. In this role, you'll collaborate across engineering and operations to drive smooth technology transfer from pathfinding and ramp to pilot production. Experience and discipline in process transfer to pilot production line will be critical to a successful and efficient fab ramp‑up.

Responsibilities

• Review and train on existing R&D processes and transfer knowledge to pilot production line
• Create a comprehensive checklist to ensure successful transfer of processes and material
• Collaborate with R&D and production process, integration, operations and hardware teams to ensure completing the checklist on time to meet timeline needed to start HVM operations
• Track and manage schedules, deliverables, and risks for technology transfer and production milestones.
• Coordinate training with R&D transfer engineers
• Support tools and process qualifications at HVM site

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and industry standards especially Dry Etch / Wet Etch
• Comfortable working across time zones, collaborating with remote teams, and supporting factory‑side execution
• Discipline tracking and driving deliverables to completion
• Flexibility to travel back and forth between South East Asia and the USA (~30% of the time)
• Candidates with more relevant years of experiences will be considered for Senior or Principal equivalent role

Work Location: Woodlands

Additional Information

Time Type

Full time

Employee Type

Assignee / Regular

Travel

Yes, 50% 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.