Mechanical Engineer - E4

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 202,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Potential participation in bonus program

Stock award program

Job summary

Applied Materials is hiring a Mechanical Engineer in Santa Clara, CA, to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues and lead engineering projects. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and 7–10 years experience with CAD software, thermodynamics, and material selection.

You will design custom tooling, ensure adherence to industry standards, and enhance the product life cycle. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, with potential for additional compensation through bonuses and stock awards.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Subject-matter expertise in CAD software and manufacturing methods.

Responsibilities

• Identify and troubleshoot complex mechanical problems.
• Lead engineering projects and develop key suppliers.
• Generate product specifications and perform engineering tests.

Skills

CAD software

Thermodynamics

Sheet metal design

Material selection

Manufacturing methods

GD&T

Education

Bachelor’s degree

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: $147,000.00 – $202,500.00

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 leading global company.

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.

Role Overview

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to process and resolve mechanical problems, design and implement custom mechanical tooling and associated processes, and enable the handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts, components, sub‑assemblies, and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle. You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations, and coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects, identifying sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Identify and troubleshoot a wide range of complex mechanical problems with minimal supervision
• Lead or execute engineering projects, including the development of key suppliers
• Develop, design, or modify engineering layouts, schematics, or drawings/specifications of complex scope
• Communicate with internal and external customers regarding complex mechanical issues for specific projects
• Implement concepts for a range of complex product issues and solutions
• Design, develop, and implement custom mechanical tooling, fixturing, and associated processes; enable handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts and sub‑assemblies; establish standards across operational processes; serve as a technical expert on specialized projects or programs
• Generate product specifications
• Define, coordinate, perform, and generate engineering test reports; specify and review engineering documentation; perform complex engineering analysis
• Clearly communicate complex concepts and influence various perspectives

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7–10 years of experience
• Subject‑matter expertise with CAD software, thermodynamics, sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods, GD&T, flow analysis, and/or Design for Excellence principles

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Applied Materials product life cycle, including prototyping, packaging, material selection, and manufacturing methods

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 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.