Applied Materials · 18 hours ago
Director, Systems Engineer, Distinguished MTS
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$206K/yr - $284K/yr
10+ years expApplied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. The role involves leading complex engineering projects, driving R&D initiatives, and interfacing with customers to resolve critical engineering challenges.
ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductorSoftware
Responsibilities
Lead and execute highly complex engineering projects and drive R&D initiatives for new technologies
Develop and implement solutions for a broad range of advanced product and engineering challenges
Identify and troubleshoot division-wide, high-impact engineering and technology problems
Interface with internal and external customers to resolve critical engineering issues and deliver high-value solutions
Conduct advanced engineering analysis and specify requirements for complex systems
Design and modify engineering layouts, schematics, and detailed specifications for intricate projects
Generate product specifications and define, coordinate, perform, and document engineering tests
Review and specify engineering documentation and processes to ensure quality and compliance
Originate and execute the most complex technical projects, influencing future technology and product strategy
Solve technical challenges with no known solutions across the industry, competitors, or customers
Drive business success through: Incremental revenue growth, Market share expansion, Key customer penetration, Commercial value creation
Design and perform complex engineering experiments, delivering innovative and ingenious solutions
Develop breakthrough technologies and contribute significantly to the company’s IP portfolio
Recognized internally across business units as a top expert in the field
Serve as primary inventor on critical patents and receive recognition through awards and publications
Represent the company on industry boards and consortia as a thought leader
Deep subject matter expert in Chemical Delivery Systems
Demonstrates comprehensive expertise in cutting-edge theories, techniques, and technologies
Consults with management and customers on exceptionally complex technical issues
Guides and mentors less experienced engineers; validates technical strategies and approaches
Influences internal and external business and regulatory strategies
Leads high-visibility, multidisciplinary project teams and initiatives
Proactively solves the most complex problems using groundbreaking methods
Impacts business direction through innovative product and service development
Negotiates with senior stakeholders to influence strategic decisions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
10–15 years in engineering, with a proven track record in Chemical Delivery Systems
Recognized thought leader in the field, shaping strategy to meet technology, cost, and quality goals
Experience in commercializing chemical delivery components (e.g., MFC, MFV, BPC, gauges, valves, transducers)
Preferred
Semiconductor process knowledge and experience in a semiconductor fab is a strong plus
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Participation in a bonus and a stock award program
Company
Applied Materials
Applied Materials is a semiconductor and display equipment company that offers materials engineering solutions.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (435)
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2023 (362)
2022 (429)
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2020 (354)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.1BKey Investors
Stonnington GroupUS Department of Energy
2025-02-24Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-06-27Post Ipo Equity· $0.38M
2022-10-19Grant· $100M
Leadership Team
Omkaram Nalamasu
Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
Tony Chiang, Ph.D
VP, CTO Applied AI
Recent News
Business Standard India
2026-01-06
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