Process Engineer II, New College Grad - Adv Degree (Cambridge, MA)

Applied Materials; Hudson (MA); On-site; USD 86,500 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Participation in bonus and stock award program

Job summary

Applied Materials in Hudson, MA is seeking a Process Engineer to design and optimize manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor technologies. This role focuses on data collection, process optimization, and troubleshooting in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree or Doctorate in a relevant field and possess hands-on experience with semiconductor equipment. Additional responsibilities include conducting experiments, documenting findings, and working with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Must be in good academic standing with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on analysis of multiple sources.
• Understanding of basic semiconductor devices and integration.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform experiments on semiconductor processing equipment.
• Safely operate process and metrology equipment in a clean room.
• Document results and generate professional reports.

Skills

Hands-on experience with advanced semiconductor metrology

Problem-solving abilities

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Master’s degree or Doctorate in Chemistry, Material Science, Physics, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

SEM

TEM

Ellipsometry

TXRF

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: $86,500.00 - $119,000.00
• Location: Hudson, 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. 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.

Role Overview

As a Process Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor manufacturing technologies. You will collect and analyze data, perform hardware characterization, troubleshoot engineering issues, measure film properties, generate technical documentation, and engage with customers to resolve concerns. Process Engineers collaborate with vendors and suppliers, become familiar with implementing new technologies and products. You will experiment, learn, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the semiconductor and display industries, partnering with our globally recognized R&D teams on state‑of‑the‑art research and development projects.

Our team is looking for a hands‑on process engineer to help perform experiments on advanced semiconductor processing equipment. Most of the work will be accomplished within the MIT.nano cleanroom located in Cambridge, MA. You will interact with researchers, equipment experts, and customers to develop novel processes with applications in nanotechnology, semiconductors, MEMS, and quantum computing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, collect data, analyze, and perform experiments on semiconductor processing equipment.
• Safely and efficiently operate process and metrology equipment (SEM, TEM, ellipsometry, TXRF, etc.) within a clean room environment.
• Perform root cause analysis to resolve hardware and process issues.
• Plan and communicate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver results in a complex environment.
• Document all results and generate professional reports.
• Adopt latest AI technologies to improve outcomes or efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduating with a Master’s degree (or Doctorate) in Chemistry, Material Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering or related field
• Must be in good academic standing with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
• Hands‑on experience with advanced semiconductor metrology or processing equipment.
• Basic semiconductor devices and integration.
• Able to solve complex problems and take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Flexible and adaptable mindset who thrives in a results‑driven culture.

Applications

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection.

Additional Information

• Time Type: Full time
• Employee Type: New College Grad
• 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.

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. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e‑mail at [e-mail], or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877‑612‑7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.