Mechanical Engineer, PhD; Early in Career

Position: Mechanical Engineer, PhD (Early in Career)
** 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.

** What We Offer*
* 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 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 () .

As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to process and resolve mechanical problems, design and implement custom mechanical tooling and associated processes, and enable the handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and modifying mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, and specifications.

You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations-- and you'll coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects, identifying sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues.

** What You'll Do*
* As a Mechanical Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, working with a team of talented professionals to solve complex problems. You'll leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to design and optimize mechanical devices, machines, and systems. You will take on exciting challenges, from conducting research and analyzing data to creating detailed technical drawings and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations. Your keen eye for detail and commitment to excellence will enable you to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, making a tangible impact on the success of our projects. We empower our mechanical engineers to push the boundaries of what is possible-while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.

Visit our Engineering Careers page ()  to learn more about engineering at Applied.

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* Role Responsibilities:

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** Own mechanical design
** of tool subassemblies and modules (chambers, heaters, pedestals, gas panels, shields, frames)

+ Perform  
** 3D CAD design
** and release (NX / UG preferred)

+ Execute  
** tolerance analysis, stack‑ups, and GD&T*
* + Conduct  
** FEA / thermal / structural / flow analysis
** as needed

+ Drive  
** prototype build, lab testing, and validation*
* + Support  
** design reviews
** and ELS/HVM readiness

+ Interface with:

+ Manufacturing & supply chain

+ Process Engineering

+ Systems, EE, Safety, Reliability

+ Support  
** field/customer escalations
** with root‑cause fixes

+ Create and maintain  
** drawings, BOMs, specs, ECRs/ECOs*
* + Ensure  
** design for manufacturability, serviceability, cost, and reliability*
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* Minimum Qualifications:

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* + Graduating with a Ph.D's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

+ Good academic standing with a GPA of 3.5 or above on a 4.0 scale

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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* + Previous exposure to 3D CAD tool

+ Experience on mechanical/thermal/flow…