Applications Engineer III - (E3)

Applied Materials; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Application Engineer III to leverage their in-depth knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing processes. This role involves optimizing data collection plans, supporting R&D evaluations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tool development and maintenance, particularly with implanter tools, and will be responsible for engaging with customers to address high-value product needs. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Bonus eligibility

Stock award program

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in semiconductor industry required.
• Master's degree preferred, with strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize data collection plans and support R&D evaluations.
• Lead projects to meet KPIs and communicate progress to customers.

Skills

Semiconductor manufacturing process development

Tool development & maintenance

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Programming languages (Python, Ruby, JavaScript, C/C++)

Education

Master’s Degree in engineering discipline

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Implanter tools

Algorithm writing tools (e.g., R, Python)

Job description

Role: Application Engineer III - (E3)

Location: Santa Clara, CA or Gloucester, MA (Onsite). Also open to OR, NY, ID, AZ, TX

Overview

Requires in-depth knowledge and experience. Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services. Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions. Works independently, receives minimal guidance. Collaborates with cross-functional teams, comes up with innovative solutions. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

General Profile

Fully demonstrates in-depth knowledge and experience with semiconductor manufacturing process development or tool development & maintenance, especially for implanter tools. Understands how the semiconductor manufacturing SPC/FDC were used for troubleshooting and tool maintenance for implanter tools. Have the basic knowledge of any of the programming languages, Python, Ruby, JavaScript, C/C++. Proves the teamwork capabilities/skills from the previous work experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and optimizing data collection plans
• Provides AGS DT support for R&D evals and ELS packages
• Supports FSO team to enable demonstration of capabilities
• Owns filed PSE engagement, training, deployment and field demonstration
• Aligns with SBU/FSO/FV/Sales/Marketing on customer HVPs, and communicates high-value DT capabilities to address HVPs
• Supports SBU common DT requirements and roadmaps
• Engage on service product development including NPI alpha in lab and optimization at customer sites.
• Deploy New service products to solve customer HVPs in troubleshoot issues in fabs and validate value in the field.
• Lead and support projects to deliver to KPIs for success at customer site.
• Communicate clearly and timely to both internal and external customers on progress vs plan, results, next steps, and help needed.
• Document BKMs and procedures to help develop training material and train the trainer.
• Travel to international locations at ~25%
• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in engineering discipline preferred
• 5~10 Years (preferably with experience in Semiconductor industry)
• Any prior experience working as a process engineer or a customer engineer is a plus
• Has Knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.
• Years of experience of semiconductor process and tool knowledge on at least one tool type (Implanter tool and process experience is preferred.)
• Understand customers’ HVPs and BU’s development requests
• Experience in high volume 300mm or Display manufacturing is preferred
• Direct experience of algorithm writing (e.g., R, Python) is a plus.

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Years of Experience: 7 - 10 Years

Work Experience: Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: No

U.S. Salary Range: $108,000.00 - $148,500.00

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.