Mechanical Engineer: Repair & Tooling Innovator

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock option program

Bonus program

Job summary

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and modify mechanical layouts, oversee manufacturing processes, and coordinate assembly of components throughout the product life cycle. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 2–4 years of related experience; CAD tools, GD&T, and materials science knowledge are preferred.

The role includes 10% travel and full-time employment with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 2–4 years of related experience.
• Experience with CAD software, thermodynamics, sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods, GD&T, and DFA principles.

Responsibilities

• Review repair scope, procedures, and engineering specifications for safe, cost-effective repairs.
• Validate repair sourcing and component replacement with cross-functional teams.
• Plan, execute, document, and review repair validation and associated reports.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical failures of moderate complexity.
• Design and implement repair tooling, fixtures, and processes to improve efficiency.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CAD software

Thermodynamics

Sheet metal design

Material selection

Manufacturing methods

GD&T

Design for Excellence

Job description

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and modify mechanical layouts, oversee manufacturing processes, and coordinate assembly of components throughout the product life cycle. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 2–4 years of related experience; CAD tools, GD&T, and materials science knowledge are preferred.

The role includes 10% travel and full-time employment with competitive benefits.