Automation & Technology Solutions Engineer

Automation & Technology Solution Engineer

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.

The Automation & Technology Solution Engineer will lead the design, integration, and deployment of advanced automation systems for Applied Materials' centralized warehouse. This role ensures scalable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions that align with the company's long-term growth strategy and operational excellence goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect and implement automation solutions for warehouse operations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, logistics, manufacturing, and customer service teams.
• Provide ongoing support and maintenance for deployed systems.
• Advance automation with Smart Vision and RFID-based transactions.
• Establish quality metrics at automated audit stations to drive operational excellence.
• Train staff on new technologies and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Manage SAP and automation roadmaps, prioritizing high-value programs.
• Lead medium to large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with scope, timeline, and budget.
• Ensure adherence to GIS project management, change control, and service standards.
• Manage AMR program to optimize material movement, routing, and logistics efficiency

Functional & Business Expertise:

• Deep knowledge of automation technologies and SAP integration.
• Ability to interpret business challenges and recommend best practices.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and complex technical projects.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to develop innovative solutions.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
• Proven experience in warehouse automation and systems integration.
• Proficiency with automation technologies, robotics, and control systems.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, processes, and optimization.
• Experience with programming languages relevant to automation (e.g., Python, PLC programming, ).
• Software Knowledge: CAD, Smart Sheet, Tableau, Excel, Minitab/JMP, SAP, Creo, Visio, Flex Sim
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with operations and engineering teams
• Six Sigma Certification:
  Green Belt or Black Belt

Impact & Interpersonal

Skills:

• Influences operational and customer outcomes through automation strategy.
• Communicates complex concepts and negotiates across teams and stakeholders.
• Viewed as a consultant and technical leader by internal and external partners.

Objectives:

• Support Future Growth:
  Ensure automation systems are scalable for increased volume and complexity.
• Reduce Non-Value-Added
  
  Activities:
  
  Automate repetitive tasks to boost efficiency.
• Drive Down Operational Costs:
  Minimize labor and error-related costs through automation.

Benefits:

• Increased operational efficiency and reduced cycle times.
• Significant cost savings through labor optimization and error reduction.
• Scalable systems that support business expansion.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction via faster, more accurate order processing.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Experience

Required:

4–7 years

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

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…