Senior Technical Manager - Advanced Packaging
7 days ago• Hsinchu, Taiwan
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.
What We Offer
Location:
Hsinchu,TWN
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As a Process Support Engineer (PSE), you'll play a critical role in guiding products through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept to final qualification. You will provide high-visibility customer support through on-site installations, system diagnoses, and the service and repair of complex systems and equipment. PSEs work closely with customers and R&D teams to develop leading-edge processes used to manufacture advanced semiconductor chips, and create hypothesis experiments and design of experiments (DOEs). You'll analyze data with statistics and compile reports with high-level conclusions on technically challenging process engineering experiments. Additionally, you will troubleshoot complex problems, perform root cause analyses, and resolve difficult process engineering and customer product issues. Process Support Engineers work across technologies such as: Chemical Vapor Deposition, Atomic Layer Deposition, Plasma Reactive Ion Etch, Physical Vapor Deposition, Anneal and Implant.
Position Summary:
Applied Materials is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Manager to support R&D and customer engagement activities within our Advanced Packaging Technology Team. This role is responsible for driving key technology development programs, supporting customer evaluations, and serving as a primary technical interface to TSMC's Advanced Packaging organization.
As part of one of the fastest-growing divisions at Applied Materials, this position offers opportunities to lead impactful engineering projects, collaborate with internal product teams, and influence technology roadmaps through strong technical insight and customer advocacy.
Role Responsibilities:
- Engage with customers to understand their roadmap, interpret their technology needs and identify opportunities for Applied Materials' engagement
- Drive the adoption of new technology at the customer site, utilizing demos, on-site evaluations, joint development programs and new tool qualifications
- Serve as a liaison between the customer and the business unit for assigned projects, ensuring a clear understanding of customer issues and the delivery of applicable solutions
- Lead teams in providing high-visibility customer support through on-site installations, system diagnoses, and the service and repair of complex systems and equipment
- Work closely with the customer to develop leading-edge processes to manufacture the most advanced semiconductor chip, with equipment optimized to their needs
- Create hypothesis experiments and design of experiments (DOE); analyze data with statistics; and compile reports with high-level conclusions on technically challenging process engineering experiments
- Oversee the troubleshooting of complex problems; perform multiple root cause analysis; and resolve a variety of difficult process engineering and customer product issues
- Apply your extensive knowledge of best practices, business challenges and regulatory issues to identify innovative solutions and recommend improvements to processes or products
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; Ph.D. is a plus.
- 10+ years of semiconductor industry experience, preferably with exposure to advanced packaging R&D or process integration.
- Demonstrated success in technical project leadership, new technology evaluation, and customer engagement.
- Hands-on experience working with cross-functional engineering teams and driving complex technical programs to completion.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to represent technical positions clearly to both internal teams and customer engineers.
- Excellent English and Mandarin communication capability.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
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Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Relocation Eligible:
No
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.
Client-provided location(s): Hsinchu, Taiwan
Job ID: Applied_Materials-R2613734
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-02-26T19:20:21
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Reimbursement Account
- FSA
- HSA
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- On-site/Nearby Childcare
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Work-From-Home Stipend
Office Life and Perks
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- 401(K)
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
Diversity and Inclusion