Supplier Engineer; College Graduate E2

Position Overview

A recent college graduate will fill the role of Supplier Quality Engineer, working at the forefront of additive manufacturing to shape quality standards for advanced materials and components.

The Supplier Quality Engineer (E2, Entry‑Level) supports the development, monitoring, and continuous improvement of supplier quality performance across Applied Materials’ supply base. The engineer works closely with engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and suppliers to ensure components, materials, and processes meet defined quality, reliability, and manufacturability requirements.

Responsibilities include applying data‑driven quality methods, participating in supplier audits and assessments, supporting root cause analysis, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Assist in establishing, tracking, and refining supplier quality performance metrics.
• Develop dashboards and reports to communicate supplier quality status.
• Support supplier audits and assessments, incorporating metric‑based evaluations.
• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective action using data and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with procurement, engineering, and manufacturing to align quality objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the supply base.
• Build professional relationships with suppliers to foster collaboration.
• Develop additive manufacturing processes using 3D printing and advanced fabrication, defining quality protocols.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or related field (preferred: Welding Engineering).
• Internship or project experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, machining, or supply chain.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with interest in metric‑driven quality methods.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as ISO is a plus.
• Ability to adapt and grow in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Salary: $78,500.00 - $

Location:

Austin, TX or Santa Clara, CA

Time Type:
Full time

Employee Type:
New College Grad

Travel: 20% of the time

Relocation Eligible:
Yes

Applied Materials offers a comprehensive benefits package and additional compensation such as bonus and stock awards. The company promotes a supportive work culture encouraging growth and innovation.

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.

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