Metrology Ops and Customer Quality Engineer lll - (E3)

0001 Applied Materials, Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a metrology-focused professional in Austin, TX. The role emphasizes validating supplier material with coordinate measuring machines and developing robust inspection methods to ensure dimensional accuracy.

You will prepare documentation, participate in audits, and drive continuous improvement in measurement processes. The ideal candidate has GD&T knowledge, Zeiss Calypso programming, and experience with precision metrology tools.

Qualifications

• ASME Y14.5 GD&T knowledge for dimensional metrology inspections.
• Hand tools for metrology (surface plates, calipers, micrometers, height gages).
• Advanced Zeiss CMM Calypso programming experience.
• Willing to share metrology best practices in a team.
• Experience with Mitutoyo AOI (optional).
• Knowledge of precision machining and coatings/plating (desirable).
• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in metrology and related disciplines.
• Business awareness of best practices and market factors.

Responsibilities

• Validate incoming supplier material against part prints using CMMs.
• Develop inspection methods and procedures to reduce measurement error.
• Prepare inspection/test documentation and traceability records.
• Lead audits and track qualification status and non-conformities.
• Read and interpret drawings and specs; adapt inspection methods as needed.
• Collaborate to share measurement best methods across sites.

Skills

Metrology

Problem solving

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Tools

Zeiss Calypso

CMM

O-Inspect

Mitutoyo

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: $96,000.00 - $132,000.00

Location: Austin,TX

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilizes Coordinate Measuring Machine programming and operating capabilities to validate incoming supplier material for compliance to the part print specification.
• Designs and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and/ or production equipment while reducing measurement error.
• Develops methods and parameters, project methodology and/ or project proposals.
• Develops and uses procedures.
• Prepares documentation for inspection/ testing procedures.
• Recommends corrective action for procedural, product, or process deficiencies.
• Develops and applies quality standards in accordance with company and customer requirements.
• Develops and conducts related tests.
• Analyze operational data; Develop and implement recommendations.
• Participates in and may lead internal and supplier audits.
• Evaluates work methods, procedures and policies.
• Tracks progress of qualification status, reviews reliability test results, determines disposition of non-compliant products, reviews and releases qualification packs
• Utilizes drawings, specifications, industry standards, and sketches, adapting inspection measuring devices and procedures when necessary.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specification requirements.
• Reduces qualification cycle time and cost while still meeting quality performance requirements.
• Work as part of a dynamic functional team.
• Willing to collaborate, develop and share measurement best known methods across metrology sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing for application during dimensional metrology inspections.
• Experience using Hand Tools for Metrology – Surface Plates, Pin Gages, Calipers, Micrometers, Height Gages, Dial Indicators for open layout inspection.
• Advanced level experience on Zeiss CMM Calypso Programming
• Willing to share metrology best practices in a team dynamic
• Experience on Mitutoyo Automated Optical Inspection (optional)
• Knowledge of Precision Machining, Secondary Processes, Coatings, Plating, etc. – is desirable (optional)
• Functional Knowledge Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines
• 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
• Knowledge of Metrology Practices and CMM Zeiss Calypso Experience, Zeiss O-Inspect Experience, and Industrial CT scanning experience preferred

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.

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.

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