Applied Materials · 1 day ago
Optical Engineer III - New College Grad - Doctorate (Santa Clara, CA)
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$138K/yr - $190K/yr
0+ years expApplied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions for the semiconductor industry. The Optical Engineer III role focuses on designing and modeling advanced optical applications and developing metrology techniques, while collaborating across teams to innovate and solve complex challenges.
ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductorSoftware
Responsibilities
Design and model nano/micro photonic structures for advanced optical applications
Develop new optical metrology techniques for display-related projects
Set up and optimize customized optical inspection tools
Lead or support small projects with moderate risks and resources
Collaborate across teams to integrate best practices and differentiate solutions in the market
Solve complex technical challenges and apply new perspectives to existing solutions
Build consensus and communicate technical information effectively, even when sensitive or complex
Qualification
Required
Must have or soon possess a PhD degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related field
Available to start within 3 months, ideally no later than January 2026
Hands-on experience with optical mechanics and free-space optics setups
Skilled in Python or Matlab for image analysis and hardware control
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
Preferred
0-2 years of industrial experience in optical design and metrology
Proficient in using optical design software (e.g., Zemax, LightTools)
Experience with optical display systems and microscopy
Track record of successful project leadership or mentoring less-experienced colleagues
Knowledge of industry best practices and competitive differentiators in optics
Ability to integrate technical solutions across cross-functional teams
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
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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
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