Manufacturing Engineer — Semiconductor Processes & DFx

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

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a seasoned engineer in Austin, TX to develop and maintain fabrication methods, sequences, and processes for parts and assemblies.

You will collaborate with multiple engineering teams, apply DFx principles to cut costs, and drive product quality improvements while meeting time standards. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 4–7 years of relevant experience, with strong problem-solving skills and interpersonal communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 4-7 years of experience.
• Demonstrated conceptual knowledge and technical experience for everyday problem-solving on the job.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain all methods, operating sequences, and processes in the fabrication of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
• Coordinate release of product improvements and new products with other engineering functions; manage manufacturing engineering projects.
• Lead team in using DFx principles to estimate and reduce costs and improve product quality.
• Determine time standards and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements.
• Develop and use test procedures, evaluate results, and assess work methods, procedures, and policies.
• Determine root causes and corrective actions for issues during assembly or testing; perform PFMEA and provide reports.
• Mentor and train junior engineers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a seasoned engineer in Austin, TX to develop and maintain fabrication methods, sequences, and processes for parts and assemblies.

You will collaborate with multiple engineering teams, apply DFx principles to cut costs, and drive product quality improvements while meeting time standards. The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 4–7 years of relevant experience, with strong problem-solving skills and interpersonal communication.