Electrical Engineering Technician V

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: $39.00 – $53.40

Location:

Santa Clara, CA

• Must have background in electrical test and validation, either in a MFG test group, RMA product diagnostics/repair team, or supporting an ENG design team.
• Can operate oscilloscopes, DMMs, and other test equipment independently.
• Ability to solder, desolder, and rework SMT PCBs of current technology sizes.
• General low voltage electrical knowledge (0–24V).
• General electro‑mechanical assembly/disassembly understanding and ESD mitigation.
• Can make electrical cables from sketches.
• Highly detail focused, needing careful and disciplined execution of tasks with a lot of steps.
• Bonus – understands various board level communication standards such as SPI and I2C.
• Bonus – ability to find alternate sources of OEM components; for example, if we cannot get capacitor PNX, they can find a comparable part more readily available.
• Bonus – Semiconductor equipment manufacturing background.

Performs complex electro‑mechanical technical functions and activities such as design, test, checkout, fabrication, modification, troubleshooting and assembly of electronics and electro‑mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, prototype models, specialized test equipment, tools and test fixtures. Tests and troubleshoots system‑level and component‑level problems in electrical and mechanical systems and sub‑systems with minimal supervision. Assignments require solution of difficult problems by application of technical knowledge.

May perform more complicated or complex new system and NPI installations and field upgrades. May work from limited or no documentation. Investigates, compiles data, documents and recommends changes using applicable reporting process to enhance product performance. Compiles logbooks and test procedures documentation utilizing good writing skills. Assists in revising, developing and implementing documented procedures. Writes complex technical reports and test procedures.

Performs mechanical, electrical, pneumatic & vacuum and process testing on AMAT platforms to Engineering and Manufacturing documentation and specifications. Observes all safety standards. Maintains a secure, safe, clean and healthy work environment. Attends required health and safety training and follows safety and security policies, procedures and practices. Promptly reports accidents, injuries, safety hazards, or emergencies to supervisor or Safety dept.

Follows operating instructions, uses protective equipment when required, and uses equipment and materials properly. Actively strives to prevent accidents and injuries.

This is a physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts.

Additionally, because this position may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Has developed advanced specialized expertise within an analytical/scientific area to perform the most complex work.

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