Engineering Technician V

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 53,726 - 73,632; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm is seeking an Engineering Technician V in Santa Clara, CA. The role involves complex electro-mechanical functions, testing, and troubleshooting within a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have experience offering technical guidance and a strong understanding of manufacturing processes. This position offers competitive hourly rates and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Full understanding of the company’s manufacturing and/or engineering processes.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to junior staff.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex electro-mechanical technical functions.
• Test and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems.
• Provide training to lower-level Engineering Technicians.

Job description

Overview

Engineering Technician V at Applied Materials

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Job ID: R2515531

This role involves performing advanced electro-mechanical technical functions, testing and troubleshooting, and contributing to NPI and process improvements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Base pay and employment details

Base pay range: $39.00/hr - $53.45/hr

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: No

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex electro-mechanical technical functions including 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.
• Test and troubleshoot system-level and component-level problems in electrical and mechanical systems and sub-systems with minimal supervision; apply technical knowledge to solve difficult problems.
• Possibly perform more complex new system and NPI installations and field upgrades.
• Work from limited or no documentation; investigate, compile data, document and recommend changes using applicable reporting processes to enhance product performance.
• Compile logbooks and test procedures documentation; assist in revising, developing and implementing documented procedures; write complex technical reports and test procedures.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, vacuum and process testing on AMAT platforms to engineering and manufacturing documentation and specifications.
• Ensure safety standards are observed; maintain a safe and clean work environment; participate in required health and safety training and report incidents as needed.
• Provide technical input to management to address problems at system and manufacturing process levels; interact across departmental lines.
• Provide training to lower-level Engineering Technicians; act as a technical resource for a platform or product; contribute to development of procedures and documentation for NPI; may serve as a Quality Lead.

Qualifications and Skills

• Full understanding of the company’s manufacturing and/or engineering processes; excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interface across teams.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to junior staff when needed.
• Strong problem-solving skills; able to exercise judgment to identify and resolve problems with minimal precedent.
• Ability to influence the effectiveness of own team and closely related teams.
• Effective interpersonal skills; clear communication and diplomacy in interactions.

Other Requirements

• Physically demanding position requiring standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, lifting, and operating tools; ability to distinguish colors; tolerance for noise; driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts.
• Clean room work may be required, with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields.

Benefits and Perks

Applied Materials offers a comprehensive benefits program; details provided by the recruiter and on the careers site.

Note

This description reflects a high-level summary of duties and qualifications and is subject to change. This posting does not guarantee employment.