Manufacturing Equipment Engineer

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Santa Clara, CA to develop and maintain manufacturing methods, sequences, and processes for parts and assemblies. You will work with cross‑functional teams to estimate costs, improve product quality, and drive lean initiatives while supporting new product releases and process improvements.

The role emphasizes hands‑on maintenance leadership, tooling recommendations, and collaboration across engineering functions to optimize production

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical or System Engineering.
• 4–7 years of experience.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventive maintenance of process equipment and vacuum chambers.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and system level failures.
• Develop procedures for preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Determine root causes and corrective actions; perform FMEA and provide reports.
• Make recommendations for tooling and fixtures to improve process efficiency and quality.
• Lead team in using DFx principles to estimate and reduce costs and improve quality.
• Develop and maintain methods, sequences, and processes for fabrication of parts and assemblies.
• Coordinate release of product improvements and new products; manage manufacturing engineering projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical/System Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ALD equipment

Vacuum process equipment

Laser marking equipment

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: $110,500.00 - $152,000.00

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.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you are responsible for developing and maintaining methods, operating sequences, and processes in the fabrication of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. You'll work closely with other engineering functions to coordinate the release of product improvements and new products, and you'll use engineering principles to estimate and reduce manufacturing costs, improve product quality, determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements. Your expertise in lean principles, automation, and continuous improvement will be instrumental in driving operational excellence and achieving higher levels of productivity and cost-effectiveness. You'll develop and use test procedures, evaluate test results, and assess work methods, procedures, and policies to identify root cause issues and solutions that ensure operational success.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead team in preventative maintenance of process equipment, vacuum chambers
• Hands on troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical and system level failures
• Develop procedures for preventive and corrective maintenance
• Determine root causes and corrective actions for issues that arise on the floor; perform Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis; and provide reports as needed
• Make recommendations for tooling and fixtures to improve process efficiency and quality
• Lead team in using design for excellence (DFx) principles to estimate and reduce manufacturing and/or product costs, and to improve product quality
• Develop and maintain all methods, operating sequences, and processes in the fabrication of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies
• Work with other engineering functions to coordinate the release of product improvements and new products, and manage manufacturing engineering projects as needed
• Analyze production data, identify opportunities for process and equipment improvement
• Develop and use test procedures, evaluate test results, and evaluate work methods, procedures, and policies
• Mentor and train junior level engineers

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree, Master's degree preferred in Electrical, Mechanical or System Engineering
• 4-7 years of experience
• Demonstrated conceptual knowledge and technical experience for everyday problem-solving on the job

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in ALD and vacuum process equipment is highly desired
• Experience in Laser marking equipment and process is a plus
• Solid interpersonal skills—including the ability to clearly explain difficult or sensitive information, and the ability to build consensus
• Support over weekends may be required

Physical Requirements

This position may require standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools.

Additionally, because this position also may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: No

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. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e‑mail at [e-mail], or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.