Automation & Technology Solution Engineer

Job Summary:

The Automation & Technology Solution Engineer will lead the design, integration, and deployment of advanced automation systems for Applied Materials' centralized warehouse. This role ensures scalable, efficient, and cost-effective solutions that align with the company's long-term growth strategy and operational excellence goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect and implement automation solutions for warehouse operations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, logistics, manufacturing, and customer service teams.
• Provide ongoing support and maintenance for deployed systems.
• Advance automation with Smart Vision and RFID-based transactions.
• Establish quality metrics at automated audit stations to drive operational excellence.
• Train staff on new technologies and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Manage SAP and automation roadmaps, prioritizing high-value programs.
• Lead medium to large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with scope, timeline, and budget.
• Ensure adherence to GIS project management, change control, and service standards.

• Deep knowledge of automation technologies and SAP integration.
• Ability to interpret business challenges and recommend best practices.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and complex technical projects.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to develop innovative solutions.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
• Proven experience in warehouse automation and systems integration.
• Proficiency with automation technologies, robotics, and control systems.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, processes, and optimization.
• Experience with programming languages relevant to automation (e.g., Python, PLC programming, ).
• Software Knowledge: CAD, SmartSheet, Tableau, Excel, Minitab/JMP, SAP, Creo, Visio
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with operations and engineering teams
• Six Sigma Certification: Green Belt or Black Belt

• Influences operational and customer outcomes through automation strategy.
• Communicates complex concepts and negotiates across teams and stakeholders.
• Viewed as a consultant and technical leader by internal and external partners.

• Support Future Growth: Ensure automation systems are scalable for increased volume and complexity.
• Reduce Non-Value-Added Activities: Automate repetitive tasks to boost efficiency.
• Drive Down Operational Costs: Minimize labor and error-related costs through automation.

• Increased operational efficiency and reduced cycle times.
• Significant cost savings through labor optimization and error reduction.
• Scalable systems that support business expansion.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction via faster, more accurate order processing.

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

• Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus