Industrial Engineer V - (E5)

Applied Materials, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. in Santa Clara, CA, seeks a seasoned analytics professional to tackle complex business challenges and deliver data-driven recommendations.

You will manipulate large data sets and present insights to executive teams, influencing strategy across Engineering, Operations, Marketing, and Finance. The role requires 10–15 years of relevant experience, strong proficiency with SQL, Excel, Tableau, Power BI, and Python, and knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and ability to extract insights from multiple data sources.
• Expert-level SQL, Excel, Tableau, or Power BI; Python and APF a plus.
• Experience working across cross-functional teams: Engineering, Operations, Marketing, and Finance.
• Lean / Six Sigma knowledge; Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Structure and break down complex business problems and drive data-driven recommendations.
• Lead rigorous analysis across large data sets and synthesize insights.
• Develop and present executive-ready recommendations and drive strategy discussions.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to gather data, pressure-test hypotheses, co-create deliverables, accelerate value.
• Optimize operations to deliver performance gains, cycle-time reduction, and cost savings.
• Apply program management discipline to keep initiatives within scope, schedule, and impact.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive communication

Data-driven analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

MBA or Master's in Engineering or equivalent business experience

Tools

SQL

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Python

Applied Smart Factory APF

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: $154,000.00 - $212,000.00

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.

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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.

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Key Responsibilities

• Structure and break down complex business problems, develop hypotheses, and drive analysis to deliver recommendations in a data-driven manner
• Lead thoughtful, rigorous analysis across large data sets and synthesize insights and opportunities
• Develop and present high-quality recommendations and deliverables for executive-level consumption, and contribute to the associated strategy and execution discussions
• Partner across a cross-functional set of stakeholders to gather the right information, pressure-test hypotheses, co-create deliverables, accelerate execution, and unlock value
• Optimize operations and business processes to deliver measurable gains in business performance, cycle-time reduction, and cost savings
• Apply program management discipline to keep initiatives within scope, schedule, and impact

Key Requirements

• Strong analytical skills - able to extract real insight from multiple data sources; expert-level knowledge of data analytics tools such as SQL, Excel, Tableau, or Power BI; Python and Applied Smart Factory APF a plus
• Proven experience working across cross-functional business teams, including Engineering, Operations, Marketing, and Finance; prior management consulting or internal consulting experience preferred
• Able to work effectively in a matrix environment and influence without authority
• Excellent oral and written communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented, able to connect the dots and communicate complex ideas effectively with executive presence
• Broad understanding and experience including service business management, product development, and financial reporting
• Working knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma (DMAIC, Kaizen); Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent MBA or Masters in Engineering equivalent business experience preferred

Experience

10-15 years of relevant work experience, preferably in the semiconductor industry or consulting

Additional Information

• Time Type: Full time
• Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
• Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time
• Relocation Eligible: Yes

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.

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