Plasma Sensing & Control Systems Engineer

Applied Materials, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead and execute projects for plasma etch systems, blending sensor, algorithm and control modules from concept through deployment.

You will develop and optimize automation and control algorithms for RF power, PVT, flow and temperature, evaluate sensor gaps, and collaborate with Field, Product, Software and Systems teams to deliver integrated solutions. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• PhD (or Masters with experience) in Engineering or Physics.
• Demonstrated expertise in RF/DC Plasma Systems; Plasma Sensing; Algorithm Development.
• 3-5 years of experience in semiconductor equipment industry.
• Data Analysis using MATLAB, Python or similar.
• Experience in multidisciplinary R&D environment: SW/HW/Algo.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute systems engineering projects with sensor, algorithm and control modules for plasma etch systems—from concept to deployment.
• Develop and optimize algorithms for automation and advanced control of complex etch subsystems: RF Power, PVT, Flow and Temperature.
• Identify and address gaps in sensor technologies for diagnosing equipment performance in production.
• Build and qualify prototypes or manage procurement of subsystems and test against specifications.
• Design solutions combining classical algorithms with deep learning to improve productivity.
• Collaborate with Field, Marketing, Product, Applications, Software and Systems teams to gather requirements and integrate solutions.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

PhD or MSc in Engineering or Physics

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead and execute projects for plasma etch systems, blending sensor, algorithm and control modules from concept through deployment.

You will develop and optimize automation and control algorithms for RF power, PVT, flow and temperature, evaluate sensor gaps, and collaborate with Field, Product, Software and Systems teams to deliver integrated solutions. Travel up to 10% may be required.