Senior Mechanical Engineer (Semiconductor Capital Equipment)

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 163,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock award program

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a deep foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to design, develop, and modify mechanical layouts, tooling, and assemblies throughout the product life cycle. You will oversee manufacturing and installation, coordinate procurement, and resolve technical issues across complex systems.

The role requires 10–15 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong communication skills to collaborate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 10–15 years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Deep technical knowledge of the product life cycle and related disciplines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop and implement complex engineering concepts.
• Lead or execute projects and drive R&D of new technologies.
• Identify and troubleshoot complex engineering problems.
• Specify or perform complex engineering analysis.
• Communicate with customers about high-value engineering issues.
• Generate product specifications; document tests.
• Define development, design, or modification of complex layouts and schematics.
• Review engineering documentation and processes.

Skills

Physics

Mathematics

Materials science

Mechanical engineering

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a deep foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to design, develop, and modify mechanical layouts, tooling, and assemblies throughout the product life cycle. You will oversee manufacturing and installation, coordinate procurement, and resolve technical issues across complex systems.

The role requires 10–15 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong communication skills to collaborate with