Manufacturing Engineer: Lean Automation & Improvement

Applied Materials; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 79,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Austin, TX to develop and maintain methods, sequences, and processes for fabrication of parts and assemblies, collaborating with other engineering teams to release product improvements and reduce costs.

The role emphasizes lean principles, automation, and continuous improvement to drive productivity and cost-effectiveness, with opportunities for testing, process analysis, and reporting on root causes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2-4 years of related experience required.
• Strong conceptual knowledge and problem-solving skills beneficial.
• Experience with lean principles and process improvement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain methods, operating sequences, and processes for fabrication of parts and assemblies.
• Coordinate with engineering to release product improvements and new products.
• Estimate and reduce manufacturing costs and improve product quality.
• Determine time standards and recommend tooling and process requirements.
• Develop and use test procedures and evaluate results.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

2-4 years related experience

Lean principles

Automation

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Applied Materials is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Austin, TX to develop and maintain methods, sequences, and processes for fabrication of parts and assemblies, collaborating with other engineering teams to release product improvements and reduce costs.

The role emphasizes lean principles, automation, and continuous improvement to drive productivity and cost-effectiveness, with opportunities for testing, process analysis, and reporting on root causes.