Process Engineer

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future.

What We Offer

Salary:
$147,000.00 - $202,500.00

Location:
Santa Clara,CA

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. 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. Learn more about our benefits.

You'll also 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. Visit our Careers website to learn more about careers at Applied.

Qualifications

• Expertise in TEM sample preparation and experience with create/modify automation recipe(AutoTEM/iFast).
• 4+ years' experience on FIB/SEM tool operation (Ga-FIB and Plasma FIB).
• Bachelor or higher in Materials Science, Chemistry Engineering, or similar field.
• Advanced understanding of semiconductor devices such as GAA, Nano Sheet, 3D NAND, DRAM.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding oral and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work positive way with peers and customers at all levels
• Effectively manage projects/tasks/assignments, showing initiative and meeting expected timeframes.
• Understand the process of ALD, CVD, PVD, and sputter coating.
• Familiarity with destructive technology for failure analysis.
• Strong data analysis skills.
• Flexible work hour/day.

PREFERRED:

• Experience on TEM operation.
• Experience developing new techniques on novel materials
• Familiarity with failure analysis techniques

Responsibilities

We are looking for a strong FIB Engineer who has experience operating and resolving various projects using FIB/SEM. In this role, the individual will be responsible for

• Interactive with customers to understand the business needs and provide new/alternative solutions.
• Explore disruptive technology with process engineering teams on bringing new metrology solutions
• Work on production samples using SEM/FIB tool
• Create and modify automation recipes (AutoTEM/iFast) to optimize throughput and adapt to new materials.
• Compile reports for comprehensive metrology analysis (FIB, TEM, SEM/EDS).
• Create and modify automation recipe to optimize production and new type of materials.
• Lab metrics analysis and presentations to the team and customer.

Education: Bachelor

Years of Experience:6 - 9 Years Experience

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Additional Information

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.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

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.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Client-provided location(s): Santa Clara, CA

Job ID: Applied_Materials-R2516663

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-08-26T19:49:33