Sensor & Camera Engineer V

0001 Applied Materials, Inc; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 176,000 - 242,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer/Sensor & Camera Engineer to design, integrate, and optimize multi-generation sensor and camera systems for the semiconductor industry.

You will define system architectures, develop roadmaps, and work with cross-functional teams to meet performance, schedule, and cost targets. The role requires expertise in high-speed, low-noise optical sensors and cameras, along with 15+ years in the semiconductor capital equipment space.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Optical Physics, or related technical field is required.
• Recognized expert on high speed & low noise optical sensors and cameras technology & development.
• 15+ years of experience, ideally in semiconductor capital equipment industry with track record.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own multi-generation sensor and camera system requirements.
• Define and drive implementation of multi-year roadmap for sensor development.
• Develop sensor design houses and vendors to meet performance, schedule, and cost targets.
• Collaborate with program management, systems, marketing, hardware, SW & Algo teams.
• Identify and implement novel technical sensing solutions to market needs.
• Guide system and electrical designers to deliver solutions as a team.

Skills

High-speed optical sensors

Low-noise cameras technology

Systems engineering

Education

MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Optical Physics, or related technical field

Job description

Who We Are Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

What We Offer Salary: $176,000.00 - $242,000.00 Location: Santa Clara,CA

You’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.

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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 Systems Engineer, you’ll design, integrate, and optimize complex systems that drive the semiconductor industry forward. Your expertise in systems thinking and problem-solving is essential as you collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop advanced solutions to intricate processes and writing system specifications. You’ll be responsible for analyzing requirements, defining system architectures, conducting thorough testing, and ensuring seamless integration of subsystems. Additionally, you’ll identify and mitigate risks, confirming that our systems meet the highest quality standards and exceed customer expectations.

SUMMARY

Join high-performance engineering team at the forefront of semiconductor inspection & metrology technology development.

As a Sensor & Camera Engineer you will be responsible for developing and implementing the roadmap for next generation sensors and sensing solutions.

Role RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and own multi-generation sensor and camera system requirements
• Define and drive implementation of multi-year roadmap for sensor development
• Develop sensor design houses and vendors to meet performance, schedule, and cost targets
• Operate in close collaboration with program management, systems, marketing, hardware (optical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering), SW & Algo development teams.
• Come up with and spearhead novel technical sensing solutions to match market needs.
• Identify and troubleshoot a range of complex engineering problems. Guide system and electrical designers and engineers to implement and deliver solutions as a team.
• Operate as highly technical project manager and leader in semi-matrix system.
• Use effective communication and presentation skills and tools including clear and concise visual tools like diagrams and scorecards, leverage available and emerging analytical analysis and AI tools to drive the design and development decisions with incomplete information. Provide effective documentation.
• Conduct effective design reviews according to Program / PLC development process.
• Develop and implement sensor & camera calibrations, diagnostics, test plans and procedures.
• Support system integration and calibrations efforts.
• Collaborate effectively with and support SW development, manufacturing, reliability, and service teams. Generate requirements, procedures & guidance. Transfer engineering knowledge.

Minimum QUALIFICATIONS

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Optical Physics, or related technical field
• Recognized expert on high speed & low noise optical sensors and cameras technology & development
• 15+ years of experience, ideally in semiconductor capital equipment industry with track record

Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time Relocation Eligible: No

The 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.