Engineering Technician II

Applied Materials, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a hands-on technician for a full-time role.

You will perform routine to moderately complex electro-mechanical functions, test and troubleshoot systems, and participate in installations and field upgrades according to engineering specifications. You will maintain safety, document procedures, and contribute to quality notifications while collaborating with a global leader in materials science and engineering.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine to moderately complex electro-mechanical functions including design, test, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting and assembly of electronics and electro-mechanical systems.
• Tests and troubleshoots system and component level problems in electrical and mechanical systems and sub-systems.
• Performs new system and NPI installations and field upgrades.
• Reads schematics, diagrams, descriptions, layouts or plans to perform routine testing and troubleshooting.
• Prepares logbooks and test procedures documentation with clear writing.
• Performs mechanical, electrical, pneumatic & vacuum testing on AMAT platforms per engineering specs.
• Maintains safety standards and a clean, safe work environment.
• Attends health and safety training and follows policies; reports any incidents promptly.
• Becomes familiar with current manufacturing and/or engineering processes and stays informed of changes.
• Assists in problem correction; may perform rework from testing and generates Quality Notifications.

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.

What We Offer

Salary: $24.50 - $34.10

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs routine to 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.
• May test and troubleshoot 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 routine testing and troubleshooting.
• Compiles logbooks and test procedures documentation utilizing good writing skills.
• 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.
• May perform rework as a result of testing.
• 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.

Functional Knowledge

Has developed analytical skills and application of scientific methods to perform a variety of activities

Business Expertise

Has good understanding of how the team integrates with others

Leadership

Has no supervisory responsibilities

Problem Solving

Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work area without supervisory approval; evaluates and selects solutions from established operating procedures and/or scientific methods

Impact

Impacts the quality of own work

Interpersonal Skills

Uses communication skills to exchange of information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: No

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. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users.