Director, Systems Engineer, Distinguished MTS

Who We Are

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.

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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 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.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. 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.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and execute highly complex engineering projects and drive R&D initiatives for new technologies.
• Develop and implement solutions for a broad range of advanced product and engineering challenges.
• Identify and troubleshoot division-wide, high-impact engineering and technology problems.
• Interface with internal and external customers to resolve critical engineering issues and deliver high-value solutions.
• Conduct advanced engineering analysis and specify requirements for complex systems.
• Design and modify engineering layouts, schematics, and detailed specifications for intricate projects.
• Generate product specifications and define, coordinate, perform, and document engineering tests.
• Review and specify engineering documentation and processes to ensure quality and compliance.

• Originate and execute the most complex technical projects, influencing future technology and product strategy.
• Solve technical challenges with no known solutions across the industry, competitors, or customers.
• Drive business success through:
  • Incremental revenue growth
  • Market share expansion
  • Key customer penetration
  • Commercial value creation

• Design and perform complex engineering experiments, delivering innovative and ingenious solutions.
• Develop breakthrough technologies and contribute significantly to the company’s IP portfolio.
• Recognized internally across business units as a top expert in the field.
• Serve as primary inventor on critical patents and receive recognition through awards and publications.
• Represent the company on industry boards and consortia as a thought leader.

• Deep subject matter expert in Chemical Delivery Systems
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• Demonstrates comprehensive expertise in cutting-edge theories, techniques, and technologies.
• Consults with management and customers on exceptionally complex technical issues.
• Guides and mentors less experienced engineers; validates technical strategies and approaches.

• Influences internal and external business and regulatory strategies.
• Leads high-visibility, multidisciplinary project teams and initiatives.
• Proactively solves the most complex problems using groundbreaking methods.
• Impacts business direction through innovative product and service development.
• Negotiates with senior stakeholders to influence strategic decisions.

• Education
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  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience
  : 10–15 years in engineering, with a proven track record in Chemical Delivery Systems.
• Recognized thought leader in the field, shaping strategy to meet technology, cost, and quality goals.
• Experience in commercializing chemical delivery components (e.g., MFC, MFV, BPC, gauges, valves, transducers).
• Semiconductor process knowledge and experience in a semiconductor fab…