Design Engineer II

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 136,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work culture

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

A leading technology company in Santa Clara is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to resolve mechanical problems and design custom tooling. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience, ideally with knowledge in CAD software and semiconductor processes. The position commands a salary between $100,000 and $136,500 annually. Candidates must be committed to innovative engineering practices and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2-4 years related experience preferred.
• Experience with UHP semiconductor process preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analysis and design under supervision.
• Coordinate procurement and assembly of mechanical components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical problems and document findings.
• Enable assembly and disassembly of parts throughout product life cycle.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

CAD software

Thermodynamics

Sheet metal design

Material selection

Manufacturing methods

General engineering analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Engineering drawings

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

Salary: $100,000.00 - $136,500.00

Location: Santa Clara, CA

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.

Role Overview

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to process and resolve mechanical problems, design and implement custom mechanical tooling and associated processes, and enable the handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle. You will design, develop, and modify mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, and specifications. You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations, and you will coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects, identifying sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues.

Role Responsibilities:

• Perform engineering analysis under general supervision
• Design or modify basic mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, or drawings/specifications under general supervision
• Coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects; identify sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve moderately complex technical issues
• Perform and document engineering test reports; generate alpha/gamma documentation for product releases
• Perform engineering analysis; troubleshoot a variety of mechanical problems of moderate difficulty under general supervision
• Enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle, as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2-4 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working experience with CAD software, thermodynamics, sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods, GD&T, flow analysis and/or Design for Excellence principles
• Experience with ultra high purity (UHP) semiconductor process chemistry delivery components and systems preferred

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: No

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.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

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.

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