Senior / Lead Ramp Process Engineer (CVD)

Applied Materials; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials engineering company in Singapore is seeking a motivated Process Engineer to support the setup and ramp of next-generation semiconductor manufacturing lines. This role involves collaborating with engineering and operations, troubleshooting complex process issues, and engaging with customers. A strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes is required. Flexibility to travel up to 50% is essential. Join this innovative team to drive technology transfer and production efficiency.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and industry standards.
• Experience in process engineering and technology transfer.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex engineering issues.

Responsibilities

• Design, collect data, and analyze process engineering experiments.
• Troubleshoot problems and perform root cause analysis.
• Generate internal documentation for projects and presentations.
• Implement new technology and analytical instrumentation.

Skills

Understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes

Problem-solving expertise

Ability to collaborate across time zones

Technical documentation skills

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.

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 (https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/) .

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 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.

Role Responsibilities

• Design, collect data, analyze, and compile reports on difficult process engineering experiments

• Perform hardware characterization on a variety of difficult systems

• Troubleshoot complex problems, perform Root Cause Analysis, and resolve a variety of difficult process engineering issues

• Measure film properties and interpret data

• Generate internal documentation for products, presentations, and technical reports

• Communicate and engage with customers to resolve complex process engineering issues or concerns, under limited supervision

• Identify, select, and partner with vendors and suppliers

• Implement new technology, products, and analytical instrumentation

• Serve as a resource for junior colleagues; lead project teams, as needed

Requirements

• Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and industry standards

• Comfortable working across time zones, collaborating with remote teams, and supporting factory‑side execution

• Discipline tracking and driving deliverables to completion

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in complex problem solving

• Flexibility to travel back and forth between South East Asia and the USA (up to 30% of the time)

Work Location

• North

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.