Manufacturing Engineer III — Lean Automation & Growth (Austin)

Applied Materials, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and maintain manufacturing methods, sequences, and processes for parts and assemblies. You will work with engineering teams to release product improvements, estimate costs, and apply lean principles to boost productivity and cost-effectiveness.

The role emphasizes DFx, testing, and continuous improvement, with a weekend/shift rotation and a 10% travel expectation. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2-4 years of related experience.
• Experience in manufacturing and cost-reduction initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain all methods, operating sequences, and processes in the fabrication of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
• Coordinate the release of product improvements and new products with other engineering functions.
• Estimate and reduce manufacturing and/or product costs using DFx principles to improve quality.
• Determine time standards and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements.
• Develop and use test procedures and evaluate results to improve methods and policies.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions; perform analyses and provide reports as needed.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Lean principles

Problem solving

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

DFx tools

Job description

Applied Materials, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and maintain manufacturing methods, sequences, and processes for parts and assemblies. You will work with engineering teams to release product improvements, estimate costs, and apply lean principles to boost productivity and cost-effectiveness.

The role emphasizes DFx, testing, and continuous improvement, with a weekend/shift rotation and a 10% travel expectation. Competitive compensation is offered.