Supplier Engineer IV

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.

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Phoenix,AZYou’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.

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Position Overview Applied Materials is seeking an experienced Supplier Engineer (E4) to lead supplier quality, technical development, and operational excellence initiatives across our machining and contract manufacturing supply base. This role provides an opportunity to influence strategic suppliers supporting semiconductor capital equipment manufacturing while driving improvements in quality, delivery, cost, capacity, and risk management.

As a senior member of the Supplier Engineering & Quality organization, you will work closely with Engineering, Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations, and Supplier Leadership teams to develop supplier capabilities, resolve complex technical issues, and ensure supply chain readiness for new and existing products. This role requires strong technical expertise, project leadership, and the ability to drive results through cross-functional collaboration and supplier engagement.

Key Responsibilities Lead supplier quality improvement initiatives and develop supplier performance plans to improve quality, delivery, capacity, and operational excellence.

Serve as the primary technical interface for assigned machining and contract manufacturing suppliers, building strong relationships and driving accountability for performance improvements.

Lead supplier problem-solving activities utilizing structured methodologies such as 8D, DMAIC, and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) to resolve factory and customer-impacting issues.

Conduct supplier assessments, technical audits, and manufacturing process evaluations to identify risks and improvement opportunities.

Evaluate supplier manufacturing capabilities, process controls, PFMEAs, Control Plans, First Article Inspections, and quality systems to ensure compliance with Applied Materials requirements.

Lead cross-functional projects involving Engineering, Global Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Quality organizations to improve supplier performance and support business objectives.

Support new product introductions by assessing supplier readiness, qualification plans, manufacturing processes, and risk mitigation strategies.

Analyze supplier performance metrics and develop executive-level summaries, dashboards, and presentations to communicate supplier performance, risks, and improvement plans.

Develop and implement project plans for supplier improvement initiatives, capacity expansions, risk reduction activities, and operational excellence programs.

Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership on supplier quality and…