Manager, Process engineer

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 171,500 - 236,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Stock award program

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

A global technology company based in Santa Clara is seeking a seasoned engineering professional to lead complex product development in semiconductor technologies. The ideal candidate should have an advanced degree and strong problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include managing product line challenges and collaborating with customers on engineering solutions. This role offers a competitive salary and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in process engineering and technical management.
• Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing technologies.
• Ability to influence business and regulatory decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and technical management for product line.
• Manage research and implementation of new products.
• Resolve complex engineering issues with customers.

Skills

Complex problem solving

Technical leadership

Interpersonal negotiation

Education

Advanced degree in engineering or science

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Salary: $171,500.00 - $236,000.00

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. 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

• Leads practical applications of scientific theory and unusually complex processes in the development and ongoing technical management of the unit's product line
• Leads research, development and implementation in new products and extensions or enhancements to existing product line
• Interact with key customers to resolve unusually complex process engineering issues for the unit's product line to address our customers High Value Problems (HVP)
• Leads alpha engineering program regarding all process technology related issues for the unit's product line
• Responsible for alpha and beta product release for business unit's product line
• Participates in strategic planning to integrate research and development processes with both the unit and the Product Business Group's overall business plan
• Identify, select and work with vendors and suppliers

Functional Knowledge

• Recognized as “guru” or external expert in a function
• Demonstrates broad and comprehensive expertise in leading-edge theories, techniques and/or technologies within own field

Business Expertise

• Influences internal/external business and/or regulatory issues that have an impact on the business

Leadership

• Leads highly visible multidisciplinary project teams or initiatives; provides thought leadership

Problem Solving

• Proactively identifies and solves the most complex problems; uses ground-breaking methods to think beyond existing solutions

Impact

• Impacts business direction through the development of innovative services or products

Interpersonal Skills

• Negotiates with senior management, customers, regulators or vendors to influence decisions

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 10% 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.

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