Process and Technology Engineer E3

Salary: $ - $

Location:

Tempe Spares Mfg, AZ

• Design, collect data, analyze and compile reports on a variety of difficult process engineering experiments, within safety guidelines
• Perform hardware characterization on a variety of difficult systems, within safety guidelines
• Troubleshoot a variety of complex problems, perform Root Cause Analysis and resolve a variety of difficult process engineering issues
• Generate internal and external documentation for products, presentations and technical reports
• Interact with customers to resolve a variety of difficult process engineering issues/problems with limited supervision
• Measure film properties and interpret data
• Identify, select and work with vendors and suppliers with limited supervision
• Implement new technology, products and analytical instrumentation
• Serve as a resource for junior colleagues; lead project teams, as needed

• Master’s or PhD degree in Materials Science and Engineering or related field.
• Strong understanding of material properties, phase transformations, and microstructure-performance relationships.
• Familiarity with failure analysis techniques (e.g., SEM, EDS, XRD).
• Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic production environment.

• 3+ years of experience in ceramic manufacturing, process engineering or R&D.
• Experience with CVD or other thin film deposition techniques (e.g., PVD, ALD, PECVD).
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC), Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g. JMP, Excel, Minitab, Python).
• Experience supporting customers in high-tech industries and capable to influence cross-functional teams and lead projects under tight deadlines.

• Time Type:
  Full time
• Employee Type:
  Assignee / Regular
• Travel:
  Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Eligible:
  No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

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.