Plasma Etch System Engineering Director

Applied Materials, Inc.; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 196,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock award program

Relocation assistance

Bonus program

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. Gloucester, MA is seeking a senior plasma etch systems leader to manage complex projects from concept to release. You will coordinate across mechanical, electrical, physics and process teams to deliver robust etch solutions for semiconductor fabrication.

The role requires 8–12+ years of etch system experience, a BS in a related field, and travel of 25–40%. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered in a global, innovation‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• BS in ME, EE, ChemE, Mat Sci or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 8–12+ years of plasma etch system experience in semiconductor equipment.
• Willing to travel 25–40% domestically/internationally.

Responsibilities

• Leads plasma etch system projects across mechanical, electrical, physics and control domains.
• Applies broad etch system knowledge to novel architectures and designs.
• Designs and implements complete engineering programs within budgets and schedules.
• Develops long-range plans and strategies to achieve engineering goals.
• Guides engineering teams on program, strategy and process design.

Skills

Plasma etch systems

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS in ME/EE/ChemE/MatSci

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: $196,000.00 - $269,500.00

Location: Gloucester,MA

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. 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads, manages, and executes plasma etch system projects that may have a mix of mechanical, electrical, physics, control system and materials compatibility with common etch chemistries.
• Be a plasma etch system expert in the business unit applying broad experience and knowledge of etch systems to a novel system architecture.
• Responsible for the design, development and implementation of complete engineering programs in accordance with project budgets and release schedules.
• Develops long‑range plans and creates general engineering or product specific strategies to reach goals and reviews engineering specifications.
• Anticipates future needs and initiates the development and implementation of new approaches to engineering design and development.
• Provides guidelines and leadership to engineering teams in the area of long‑term program, strategy, and process design.
• Leads, drives, and manages etch system NPI productivity enablement and HVM readiness.
• Works with business group management teams to ensure that such programs, strategies, and processes are aligned with the organization’s direction.
• Defines performance metrics and reports on the engineering functions’ progress against specific goals.
• Interfaces with internal and external customers on engineering issues involving the unit’s products.
• Collaborate cross functionally with product marketing, process/application, engineering, manufacturing, and customer field organizations.

Functional Knowledge

Demonstrates broad and comprehensive understanding of plasma etch systems, theories, practices, and process/applications.

Business Expertise

Applies broad industry and commercial awareness to drive financial and operational performance across business unit, department or sub-functions.

Leadership

Leads through subordinate managers; executes segment/functional business plans and contributes to the development of segment/functional strategy.

Problem Solving

Directs the resolution of highly complex or unusual technical and business problems applying advanced analytical thought and judgment.

Impact

Guided by segment/functional strategy, impacts results of a department, business unit or sub-function or facilitates the work done by other segments/functions by providing support to impact the business.

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiates and influences the opinions of others at the senior executive level and in external organizations; exercises sensitivity to the audience. Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values. Dynamic, innovated, results oriented skillset, ability to influence at all levels, vocal with opinions. Strong problem solving skills with the ability to breakdown using root cause problem solving skills and make recommendations from multiple design options and interpret data to determine system capability. Off‑hours work at times to support critical activities in different time zones.

Education and Experience

Education: BS in ME, EE, ChemE, Mat Sci, or related area. Advanced degree preferred. Experience: 8-12+ years of etch system experience in semiconductor equipment industry US and international. Travel 25-40%.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time. Employee Type: Assignee / Regular. Travel: Yes, 25% 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. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users.