Process Support Engineer III

Applied Materials; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 148,500; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials in Richardson, TX is looking for a Process Support Engineer to provide customer support through on-site installations and the service of complex systems. You'll develop processes for manufacturing semiconductor chips and troubleshoot engineering issues.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, physics, or similar, plus 4–7 years in the semiconductor industry. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in the semiconductor fab or equipment industry.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to explain sensitive information and work to build consensus.
• Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-visibility customer support through on-site installations and system diagnoses.
• Develop leading-edge processes for manufacturing advanced semiconductor chips.
• Perform root cause analyses and resolve complex engineering issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

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.

Compensation

Salary: $108,000.00 - $148,500.00

Location: Dallas‑Richardson, TX

Role Overview

As a Process Support Engineer (PSE), you’ll play a critical role in guiding products through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept to final qualification. You will provide high‑visibility customer support through on‑site installations, system diagnoses, and the service and repair of complex systems and equipment. PSEs work closely with customers and R&D teams to develop leading‑edge processes used to manufacture advanced semiconductor chips, and create hypothesis experiments and design of experiments (DOEs). You’ll analyze data with statistics and compile reports with high‑level conclusions on technically challenging process engineering experiments. Additionally, you will troubleshoot complex problems, perform root cause analyses, and resolve difficult process engineering and customer product issues. Process Support Engineers work across technologies such as: Chemical Vapor Deposition, Atomic Layer Deposition, Plasma Reactive Ion Etch, Physical Vapor Deposition, Anneal and Implant.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide high‑visibility customer support through on‑site installations, system diagnoses, and the service and repair of complex systems and equipment.
• Work closely with the customer to develop leading‑edge processes used to manufacture the most advanced semiconductor chips, many of which are inside everyday electronic devices.
• Create hypothesis experiments and design of experiments (DOE); analyze data with statistics; and compile reports with high‑level conclusions on technically challenging process engineering experiments.
• Troubleshoot complex problems; perform multiple root cause analysis; and resolve a variety of difficult process engineering and customer product issues.
• Communicate with both internal stakeholders and the customer to achieve goals with a focus on building relationships and establishing trust.
• Apply your growing knowledge of best practices to offer a new perspective using existing solutions.
• Serve as a resource for junior colleagues and a liaison between the customer and business unit; you may also lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, physics, materials engineering, electrical engineering, optoelectronics or related field.
• 4–7 years of experience in the semiconductor fab or equipment industry.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to explain sensitive information and work to build consensus among project stakeholders.
• Communication proficiency in English language.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in a related field.

Job Details

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: Yes

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.