Electro-Mechanical Technician III – Growth & Impact

Applied Materials, Inc.; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. in Kalispell, MT is seeking a full-time electro‑mechanical technician to perform design, test, assembly and troubleshooting of electronics and systems. You will follow schematics, gather logs, and support engineering and manufacturing documentation.

This role involves physical work, adherence to safety protocols, potential clean room activities, and opportunities for growth within a global leader in materials science. Travel may be required and relocation is eligible.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderately 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. May perform new system and NPI installations and field upgrades.
• Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or plans to perform moderate testing and troubleshooting.
• Compiles logbooks and test procedures documentation utilizing good writing skills. Assists in revising, developing and implementing department procedures.
• May perform 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.
• Becomes familiar with current manufacturing and/or engineering processes and stays informed of any changes in procedures. Assists in the correction of problems.
• Performs necessary rework and assists in determining remedies for malfunctions and generates Quality Notifications.
• Other Requirements: This is a physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts.
• Additionally, because this position may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Job description

Applied Materials, Inc. in Kalispell, MT is seeking a full-time electro‑mechanical technician to perform design, test, assembly and troubleshooting of electronics and systems. You will follow schematics, gather logs, and support engineering and manufacturing documentation.

This role involves physical work, adherence to safety protocols, potential clean room activities, and opportunities for growth within a global leader in materials science. Travel may be required and relocation is eligible.