Industrial Engineer V

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.

Salary:

$ - $

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’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.

Be part of an internal consulting team with direct exposure to Applied Global Services executive leadership. Lead high-impact strategic initiatives that drive growth, improve operational performance, optimize business processes, and deliver measurable business value across a ~$7B global business.

Own projects from opportunity identification through implementation and value realization, leveraging data-driven insights, structured problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration. This role requires strong analytical skills, executive presence, and the ability to influence stakeholders across a highly matrixed organization to drive transformational change.

• Structure and break down complex business problems, develop hypotheses, perform rigorous analysis, and deliver data-driven recommendations.
• Lead thoughtful analysis across large and diverse data sets, synthesizing insights into actionable business opportunities.
• Develop compelling business cases and executive-level presentations that influence strategic decisions and drive alignment among senior leaders.
• Build trusted partnerships across executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to gather insights, challenge assumptions, accelerate execution, and unlock business value.
• Lead strategic initiatives from opportunity identification through implementation, adoption, value realization, and executive reporting.
• Drive organizational change by influencing stakeholders across a highly matrixed environment and aligning teams around common objectives.
• Identify and implement opportunities leveraging advanced analytics, digital technologies, process automation, and operational excellence methodologies.
• Lead multiple work streams and project teams simultaneously, ensuring delivery against objectives, timelines, and measurable business outcomes.
• Optimize operations and business processes that deliver measurable improvements in growth, productivity, profitability, customer experience, cycle time reduction, and cost savings.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to derive actionable insights from complex and disparate data sources.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent analytics and business intelligence platforms.
• Proven success working across cross-functional organizations including Engineering, Operations, Finance, Marketing, Product Development, and Supply Chain functions.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and drive execution in a highly matrixed environment.
• Experience leading large-scale business transformation, operational excellence, or strategic improvement initiatives.
• Strong executive communication skills, including the ability to present complex concepts clearly and concisely to senior…