Polymer Chemist/Plating Expert

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Stock awards

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Applied Materials, a global leader in materials engineering solutions, designs, builds and services cutting‑edge equipment for manufacturing semiconductors and displays. The company emphasizes a supportive culture, opportunities for growth, and competitive compensation, with a salary range stated for Santa Clara, CA.

The role focuses on developing and optimizing electroplating processes, polymer-based materials, and surface treatments, while leading analytics and process transfers across product

Qualifications

• Develop and optimize electroplating processes and electrochemical systems for coating quality and efficiency.
• Design and characterize polymer-based materials and surface treatments for advanced tech applications.
• Lead process development, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize electroplating processes to improve coating quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Lead design and characterization of polymer coatings and surface treatments for semiconductor applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and reliable processes.

Skills

Electroplating processes

Polymer coatings

Surface treatments

Process development

Data analysis

Tools

Analytical instrumentation

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.

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: $161,000.00 - $221,000.00 Location: Santa Clara,CA 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.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and optimize electroplating processes and electrochemical systems to improve coating quality, performance, and manufacturing efficiency.

Design, formulate, and characterize polymer-based materials, coatings, and surface treatments for advanced technology applications.

Lead process development, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to drive innovation and reliability.

Design, collect data, analyze and compile reports on chemistry related to semiconductor integration with a special focus on development of chemistries.

Successfully identify new classes of chemical processes on test vehicle equipment and lead the design of test vehicle equipment.

Develop internal chemistry capabilities and mentor junior chemists.

Develop a deep understanding of structure‑function relationships for the product chemical application. Supports customer in understanding details of chemical process.

Successfully transfer chemical processes to product groups.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field

Business Expertise

• Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services

Leadership

• May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity

Problem Solving

• Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions

Impact

• Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view

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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