Senior Process Engineer (R&D)

Applied Materials South East Asia; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials in Singapore is seeking a PhD or Master’s-level professional for semiconductor process engineering roles. The candidate will design experiments, collect data, and analyze complex processes while collaborating with customers and internal teams.

The position offers opportunities to advance in analytical instrumentation and technology deployment. Applicants should have a strong research background in semiconductors, excellent communication skills, and a proactive mindset to drive

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics.
• Research focus in semiconductor would be an added advantage.
• Experience in semiconductor process development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving attitude with quality mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design, collect data, and report on process engineering experiments.
• Perform hardware characterization of complex systems.
• Troubleshoot issues, perform root cause analysis, and resolve problems.
• Generate internal and external documentation for products, presentations, and reports.
• Interact with customers to resolve process engineering issues with limited supervision.
• Measure film properties and interpret data.
• Identify and work with vendors and suppliers.
• Implement new technology and analytical instrumentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD or Master’s degree in relevant field

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, collect data, analyze and compile reports on a variety of difficult process engineering experiments, within safety guidelines
• Perform hardware characterization on a variety of difficult systems, within safety guidelines
• Troubleshoot a variety of complex problems, perform Root Cause Analysis and resolve a variety of difficult process engineering issues
• Generate internal and external documentation for products, presentations and technical reports
• Interact with customers to resolve a variety of difficult process engineering issues/problems with limited supervision
• Measure film properties and interpret data
• Identify, select and work with vendors and suppliers with limited supervision
• Implement new technology, products and analytical instrumentation

Requirements

• PhD or Master's Degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics or related field
• Research focus in semiconductor would be an added advantage
• Relevant experiences in semiconductor process development field
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solver attitude with determination and quality-mindset

Work Location

• Science Park II (Moving to Tampines office starting from Apr 2027)

Additional Information

Time Type

Full time

Employee Type

Assignee / Regular

Travel

Yes, 10% 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.