College Grad - Process Engineer III; Doctorate

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. 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 learning, development, and career growth. We also provide comprehensive benefits and programs that support personal and professional growth.

As a Process Engineer, you will design and optimize manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor technologies. You will collect and analyze data, perform hardware characterization, troubleshoot engineering issues, measure film properties, generate technical documentation, and engage with customers to resolve concerns.

• Design, collect data, analyze, and compile reports on complex process engineering experiments.
• Perform hardware characterization on a variety of systems.
• Measure film properties, organize data, and interpret data.
• Troubleshoot moderately complex problems, perform Root Cause Analysis, and resolve moderately difficult process engineering issues.
• Generate internal documentation for products, presentations, and technical reports.
• Interact with customers to resolve process engineering issues.
• Identify, select, and work with vendors and suppliers.
• Implement new technology, products, and analytical instrumentation.

• Graduating with a PhD degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field.

• Previous internship or related field experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Able to solve complex problems and take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.
• Flexible and adaptable mindset who thrives in a results‑driven culture.

Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
New College Graduate
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the time
Relocation Eligible:
Yes
Salary and compensation will be based on location, hire grade, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Candidates may also be eligible for bonus and stock award programs.

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. Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users.