Mechanical Engineer III

Applied Materials, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of materials engineering solutions! This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge equipment that drives innovation in the semiconductor and display industries. You will tackle complex mechanical problems, lead projects, and collaborate with experts to develop advanced technologies. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a real impact in a company that values your contributions.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Bonus eligibility

Stock award program

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in mechanical engineering and problem-solving.
• Experience with semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or aeronautic systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical problems with limited supervision.
• Lead engineering projects and develop mechanical product specifications.

Skills

Problem Solving

Mechanical Engineering

Vacuum Technologies

3D CAD Modeling

Fluid Management Systems

Tools

NX in Teamcenter

Job description

Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible a Better Future.

What We Offer

Salary: $124,000.00 - $171,000.00

Location: Santa Clara, CA

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. 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.

You’ll also 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 about careers at Applied.

Key Responsibilities

• Problem identification and troubleshooting a variety of difficult mechanical problems with limited supervision.
• Define, coordinate, perform, and document engineering test reports with limited supervision.
• Develop, design, or modify mechanical engineering layouts/schematics and/or detailed drawings/specifications of difficult scope.
• Perform engineering analysis of difficult scope with limited supervision.
• Technically lead and/or execute engineering projects, including development of key suppliers. Generate mechanical product specifications.
• May be responsible for the design, development and implementation of custom mechanical tooling, fixturing, and associated processes to enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle. Establishes standards across all operational processes.
• Specify and review engineering documentation.
• Implements concepts for a variety of complex product issues and mechanical solutions.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.
• Vacuum technologies, 3D CAD modeling (NX in Teamcenter environment strongly preferred), temperature control, Fluid management systems (gas flow and/or liquid flow). Can comfortably interface with simulation experts to specify and understand results of mechanical and thermal FEAs.
• Experience in working with Semiconductor, pharmaceutical or aeronautic systems preferred.

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies.

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.

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 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.

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.