Electro-Mechanical Technician for NPI & Lab Tools

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Technician to perform design, test, fabrication, modification and assembly of electronics and electro-mechanical systems, including prototype models and specialized test equipment.

Your work will involve system and sub-system troubleshooting, documenting procedures, training junior technicians, and ensuring compliance with safety standards in a fast-paced, global technology company that supports growth and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex electro-mechanical technical functions and activities such as design, test, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting and assembly of electronics and electro-mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, prototype models, specialized test equipment, tools and test fixtures.
• Tests and troubleshoots system level and component level problems in electrical and mechanical systems and sub-systems with minimal supervision. Assignments require solution of difficult problems by application of technical knowledge. May perform more complicated or complex new system and NPI installations and field upgrades.
• May work from limited or no documentation. Investigates, compiles data, documents and recommends changes using applicable reporting process to enhance product performance.
• Compiles logbooks and test procedures documentation utilizing good writing skills. Assists in revising, developing and implementing documented procedures. Writes complex technical reports and test procedures.
• Performs mechanical, electrical, pneumatic & vacuum and process testing on AMAT platforms to Engineering and Manufacturing documentation and specifications.
• Observes all safety standards. Maintains a secure, safe, clean and healthy work environment. Attends required health and safety training and follows safety and security policies, procedures, and practices. Promptly reports accidents, injuries, safety hazards, or emergencies to supervisor or Safety dept. Follows operating instructions, uses protective equipment when required, and uses equipment and materials properly. Actively strives to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Requires full understanding of the company’s manufacturing and/or engineering processes, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interface across departmental/functional lines. Provides management with technical input in order to correct problems both at the system level and in the manufacturing process.
• Provides training to lower level Engineering Technicians. Recognized as technical resource for a particular platform or product. Highly proficient at troubleshooting and resolving issues. Effective at providing standard work and workmanship skills training. Works closely with Engineering in the development of procedures and documentation for NPI. May serve as a "Quality Lead".
• Applied Materials Lab Tool Hardware Support, PVD system startup, maintenance experience is Plus

Job description

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Technician to perform design, test, fabrication, modification and assembly of electronics and electro-mechanical systems, including prototype models and specialized test equipment.

Your work will involve system and sub-system troubleshooting, documenting procedures, training junior technicians, and ensuring compliance with safety standards in a fast-paced, global technology company that supports growth and innovation.