Senior Precision Stage Architect - Nanometer Motion Leader

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

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Job summary

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Senior Precision Stage Architect V to own the end-to-end architecture of high-precision motion stages and their mechatronic subsystems, shaping mechanical structure, actuation, sensing, metrology, and motion control.

You will guide a multidisciplinary team in translating positioning, dynamic, and throughput requirements into a unified mechanical/control co-design.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics or Controls (MS preferred).
• Deep knowledge of system engineering, control theory, and multi-axis motion control.
• Hands-on mechatronic co-design: dynamic modeling and control-loop tuning.
• Experience with motion control hardware, FPGA/DSP-based systems, drives, and sensors.
• Familiarity with SEMI S2/S8/S14, NFPA 79, CE, EMI/EMC safety.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools and layout software.

Responsibilities

• Define the control system architecture for precision stages and fault tolerance.
• Develop dynamic models and integrate with real-time control hardware.
• Lead architecture brainstorming and drive subsystem requirements.
• Support system integration, testing, and qualification.
• Ensure designs meet market requirements and regulatory standards.
• Mentor and guide a multidisciplinary team.

Job description

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Senior Precision Stage Architect V to own the end-to-end architecture of high-precision motion stages and their mechatronic subsystems, shaping mechanical structure, actuation, sensing, metrology, and motion control.

You will guide a multidisciplinary team in translating positioning, dynamic, and throughput requirements into a unified mechanical/control co-design.