Systems Engineer III; E3

About Applied Materials

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 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 write 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.

Location:

Benicia, CA
Salary: $ – $

• Lead and support system‑level design and integration of X‑ray micro‑CT systems
• Develop, evaluate, and optimize X‑ray imaging performance (resolution, contrast, SNR, artifacts)
• Own system requirements, trade studies, and performance budgets
• Design and execute system calibration, characterization, and validation experiments
• Analyze imaging data and automate workflows using Python
• Collaborate across disciplines to resolve system‑level issues spanning hardware and software
• Document system architecture, test results, and technical decisions clearly and rigorously
• Support transfer of systems and methods from R&D into production or customer‑facing environments
• Complete definition and design of complex components, modules, and subsystems and contribute to the system engineering specification both within the field of expertise and broadening into other disciplines. Ensure designs meet market requirement specifications (MRS).
• Coordinate with project marketing and management to understand subsystem requirements
• Lead architecture brainstorming meetings and drive the systems process to down select to a final architecture of a subsystem
• Conduct detailed engineering analysis of subsystems using vast knowledge of design concepts and functional requirements in the field of technical expertise and broadening into other disciplines
• Assist in creating concepts for architectural design approaches. Evaluate architectures to provide recommendation for best system solution approach
• Build and qualify prototypes of new designs, or procure entire subsystems from outsourced suppliers and test for compliance with detailed specifications
• Identify and troubleshoot a variety of difficult engineering problems in field of technical expertise, including serviceability and manufacturability
• Support System Integration during the assembly and final testing of new product designs
• Perform and coordinate tests against internal and industry‑accepted reliability specifications. Make suitable design or operational changes as required
• Support system engineering projects that have a substantial mix of electrical, mechanical, physics, algorithms and software design, and understand the underlying system implications
• Provide remote and onsite support to field support personnel as required

• Bachelor’s degree
• 4–7 years of experience

Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the time
Relocation Eligible:
Yes

Enjoy a supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and growth. Programs and support for health, wellbeing, personal and professional development are available. Extensive benefits information is provided on our Careers website.

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. We endeavor to make our careers site accessible to all users. For accommodations, contact Ac or 877‑612‑7547.