Process Engineer IV

Applied Materials, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer in Santa Clara, CA to design and optimize manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor technologies. You will collect data, analyze results, and generate technical documentation while collaborating with customers and suppliers to resolve complex engineering issues.

You will work with a cross‑functional team on advanced, state‑of‑the‑art materials and equipment projects, lead initiatives, and mentor junior staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 7–10 years of related experience preferred.
• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in complex problem solving.
• Experience with data collection, analysis, and reporting in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, collect data, analyze, and compile reports on process engineering experiments for multiple products.
• Characterize hardware and measure film properties; troubleshoot issues.
• Develop, plan, and execute process engineering projects within safety guidelines.
• Train engineers in measurement techniques and data interpretation.
• Communicate with customers to resolve complex process engineering issues and collaborate with vendors.

Skills

Data analysis

Process engineering

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Customer communication

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Documentation tools

Job description

Who We AreApplied 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 OfferSalary:$147,000.00 - $202,500.00Location:Santa Clara,CAYou’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 .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, and troubleshoot engineering issues. You'll also measure film properties, generate technical documentation, and engage with customers to resolve concerns. Process Engineers collaborate with vendors and suppliers, and 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.Role Responsibilities:Design, collect data, analyze, and compile reports on a wide range of complex process engineering experiments for multiple productsUtilize techniques, define methods, and apply new technologies to characterize hardware, and/or perform hardware characterization on a high number of complex systems for multiple productsGenerate internal and external documentation for products, presentations, technical reports and create process engineering specificationsDevelop, plan, and execute process engineering projects, within safety guidelinesTrain engineers in measurement techniques of film properties and guide them in the interpretation of the data, new methodologies, troubleshooting techniques and issue resolutionCommunicate and engage with customers to resolve a broad spectrum of complex process engineering issues, with limited supervisionDesign and implement new technology, products, and analytical instrumentationIdentify, select, and partner with vendors and suppliers with limited to no supervisionLead functional teams or projects, as neededMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in a related field7-10 years of related experienceDemonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in complex problem solvingProductivity Team for SRP (Selective Removal Products) in the Etch Business UnitAdditional InformationTime Type:Full timeEmployee Type:Assignee / RegularTravel:Yes, 20% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:NoThe 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. 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.