Sr Packaging Engineer, Distribution Packaging

Applied Materials; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Senior Packaging Engineer to lead packaging projects and shape global standards. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and product engineering teams to deliver robust packaging solutions.

Candidates should have 10+ years of packaging engineering experience and a strong background in design, testing, and DFD within PLC contexts.

Qualifications

• BS in Packaging, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering required.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in packaging engineering or related field.
• Experience with packaging development for complex equipment or hardware is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Aid in establishing and managing packaging suppliers and processes.
• Develop test plans and perform lab testing on products, packages, and materials.
• Support PLC by defining DFD requirements and influencing product design.
• Identify and execute cost-saving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain global packaging standards and specifications for the company and its supply base.
• Provide advanced training and support to Packaging Engineer III.
• Lead project work, drive cross-functional solutions, and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Packaging

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS in Packaging, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD: NX

SolidWorks

Creo

ArtiosCAD

AutoCAD

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.

What We Offer

Salary: $133,500.00 - $183,500.00

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. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 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.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Aid in the establishment and management of packaging suppliers and related processes and procedures.
• Develop test plans and perform laboratory testing on products, packages, and packaging materials.
• Support the Product Life Cycle (PLC) process by defining Design For Distribution (DFD) requirements and influencing product design.
• Identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives and cost‑saving activities.
• Develop and maintain global packaging standards and specifications for Applied Materials and its Supply Base.
• Provide advanced training and support to Packaging Engineer III.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Duties will vary according to the project in progress and/or the specific goals of the department in which the incumbent works. Duties may include leading team solutions to problems identified throughout the development and lifecycle of a product.

Qualifications Necessary For Success

• BS degree in Packaging, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
• 10+ years of professional experience in packaging engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience developing and validating packaging solutions for complex equipment, industrial products, or technology hardware is highly valued.

Technical Qualifications

• Packaging design and development
• Packaging testing and validation
• Transportation and distribution packaging
• Packaging materials selection
• Supplier management and qualification
• Development of packaging specifications and standards
• Design for Distribution (DFD)
• Cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
• Product Life Cycle (PLC) support and new product introduction activities.
• Fluent in CAD, NX preferred, Solidworks, Creo, Artios, AutoCad

Leadership / Senior-Level Expectations

• Lead packaging‑related projects and problem‑solving efforts.
• Develop global packaging standards.
• Mentor and train junior packaging engineers.
• Work cross‑functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and product engineering teams.
• Drive process improvements and best practices.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: Yes

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.