Mechanical Engineer - Core Technology Group

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.

• 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.
• 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.

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 design, develop, and modify mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, and specifications; oversee manufacturing and installation processes;

ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations; and coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects.

• Identify and troubleshoot a variety of difficult mechanical problems with limited supervision.
• Define, coordinate, perform and document engineering test reports.
• Develop, design, or modify mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, or drawings/specifications of difficult scope.
• Perform engineering analysis of difficult scope with limited supervision.
• Technically lead or execute projects; develop key suppliers and generate mechanical product specifications.
• Design, develop and implement custom mechanical tooling, fixturing and associated processes; enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub‑assemblies, and final assemblies; establish standards across all operational processes.
• Specify and review engineering documentation.
• Implement concepts for a variety of complex product issues and mechanical solutions.
• Clearly communicate complex or sensitive information; build consensus.
• Implement knowledge in thermal behavior, flow and material science into mechanical and system design.
• Communicate with vendors to enhance manufacturability.
• Work with internal customers to enable and implement new technologies.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 4–7 years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience with CAD software, thermodynamics, sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods, GD&T, and flow analysis.
• Design for Excellence principle.

• Knowledge of the Applied Materials product life cycle, including prototyping, packaging, material selection and manufacturing methods.

• Time Type:
  Full time.
• Employee Type:
  Assignee / Regular.
• Travel:
  Yes, 10% of the time.
• Relocation Eligible:
  Yes.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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