Mechanical Engineer New College Grad - Bachelors Degree - Kalispell

Make Choteau Home; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design fluid systems, develop mechanical tooling, and oversee parts handling throughout the product life cycle. You will design, modify, and implement mechanical layouts and schematics, coordinating procurement and assembly for design projects while addressing moderately complex technical issues.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, documentation, and engineering analysis, with travel up to 20% and relocation eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field required.
• Experience with CAD software and mechanical design principles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define fluid system designs based on system level needs and process requirements.
• Design or modify basic mechanical builds to print designs, layouts, and drawings; follow CAD-to-implementation for semiconductor equipment.
• Coordinate procurement and assembly of mechanical components; identify sources for critical parts and subsystems.
• Prepare and document engineering test reports and release alpha/gamma documentation.
• Perform engineering analysis and troubleshoot mechanical problems of moderate difficulty.
• Enable handling, assembly and disassembly of parts and assemblies throughout the product life cycle.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Sheet metal design

Material selection

Manufacturing methods

GD&T

Design for Excellence

Flow analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

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

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 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'll be responsible for designing, developing, and modifying mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, and specifications. You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations-- and you'll coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects, identifying sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues.

Role Responsibilities:

• Define fluid system designs based on system level needs and process requirements.
• Design or modify basic mechanical engineering build to print designs, layouts, schematics, or drawings/specifications. Follow designs from CAD to implementation on Semiconductor Capital Equipment.
• Coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects; identify sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve moderately complex technical issues
• Perform and document engineering test reports; generate alpha/gamma documentation for product releases
• Perform engineering analysis; troubleshoot a variety of mechanical problems of moderate difficulty
• Enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle, as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with CAD software, thermodynamics, sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods, GD&T, flow analysis and/or Design for Excellence principles

Additional Information

Time Type

Full time

Employee Type

New College Grad

Travel

Yes, 20% 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.

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.