Senior Mechanical Engineer, Advanced Semiconductors & Tools

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 163,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer to apply a strong foundation in physics, math, and materials science. You will design, implement, and improve mechanical tooling, layouts, schematics, and specifications across the product life cycle.

The role requires 10–15 years of deep technical experience and excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders to address high-value problems and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• 10–15 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Deep technical expertise in materials engineering and product life cycle.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to explain complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop and implement concepts for complex product issues.
• Lead or execute engineering projects and R&D of new technologies.
• Identify and troubleshoot complex engineering problems.
• Specify complex engineering analyses.
• Communicate with customers about high-value problems.
• Generate product specifications; document engineering tests.
• Review engineering layouts, drawings, or specifications.
• Coordinate procurement and assembly of components for design projects.

Skills

Deep technical expertise

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer to apply a strong foundation in physics, math, and materials science. You will design, implement, and improve mechanical tooling, layouts, schematics, and specifications across the product life cycle.

The role requires 10–15 years of deep technical experience and excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders to address high-value problems and ensure compliance with industry standards.