Applied Materials · 1 week ago
PVD / Dry Etch Process Engineer
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$124K/yr - $171K/yr
4+ years expApplied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used in semiconductor and display technologies. The Process Engineer will design and optimize manufacturing processes, troubleshoot engineering issues, and collaborate with R&D teams to advance technology in the industry.
ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductorSoftware
Responsibilities
Design, collect data, analyze, and compile reports on difficult process engineering experiments
PVD (sputtering) technology experience >2 years required
Process alone w/ RF or DC source hardware engineering such as fundamental plasma physics understanding preferred
CCP dry etch chemistry knowledge as optional
Dedicated in lab work
Ownership
Perform hardware characterization on a variety of difficult systems
Troubleshoot complex problems, perform Root Cause Analysis, and resolve a variety of difficult process engineering issues
Measure film properties and interpret data
Generate internal documentation for products, presentations, and technical reports
Communicate and engage with customers to resolve complex process engineering issues or concerns, under limited supervision
Identify, select, and partner with vendors and suppliers
Implement new technology, products, and analytical instrumentation
Serve as a resource for junior colleagues; lead project teams, as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field
4-7 years of related experience
PVD (sputtering) technology experience >2 years required
Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in complex problem solving
Preferred
Process alone w/ RF or DC source hardware engineering such as fundamental plasma physics understanding preferred
CCP dry etch chemistry knowledge as optional
Benefits
Programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go.
Robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family.
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
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