Chamber Materials Engineer IV E4

Overview

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.

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 Process Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor manufacturing technologies. You will collect and analyze data, perform hardware characterization, and troubleshoot engineering issues. You'll also measure film properties, generate technical documentation, and engage with customers to resolve concerns. Process Engineers collaborate with vendors and suppliers, and become familiar with implementing new technologies and products.

You will experiment, learn, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the semiconductor and display industries, partnering with our globally recognized R&D teams on state-of-the-art research and development projects.

Process Engineer (Materials Engineering)

Role Summary

The Engineer IV, Materials Engineering, develops and qualifies materials and surface treatment solutions for semiconductor manufacturing hardware operating in aggressive chemical and thermal environments. This role focuses on metallic materials, surface finishing, and protective surface modifications to improve corrosion resistance, cleanliness, and reliability of complex hardware. The engineer works cross‑functionally with design, process, and supplier teams to translate materials science concepts into manufacturable, production‑ready solutions.

• Time and Priority Management:
  Basic understanding of managing multiple formulation and testing activities.
• Relationship Building:
  Ability to collaborate effectively with material scientists, supply chain teams, product teams, process teams, supplier teams.
• Project Management:
  Working experience in planning and executing development and characterization projects.
• Analytical Testing:
  Advanced understanding of hardware characterization techniques for structural and protective materials.
• Failure Analysis:
  Understanding of identifying root causes in material performance issues.
• Problem Solving:
  Working experience applying fundamental principles to identify root causes and determine corrective actions.
• Communication &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Working experience in preparing technical documentation and presenting findings.
• Attention to Detail:
  Ability to run, track, and carry out multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Maintains a growth mindset for projects, self, and company.

• Develop and optimize surface finishing and surface modification processes for metallic hardware used in semiconductor process environments.
• Lead technical work on surface treatments for high‑performance alloys, with emphasis on corrosion resistance and surface quality.
• Drive development and implementation of protection schemes on metallic substrates for use in halogen‑containing and plasma‑assisted processes.
• Design and execute materials characterization and…