Applied Materials · 18 hours ago
EPIC Lab Operations Industrial Engineer
Santa Clara,CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$138K/yr - $184K/yr
5+ 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 of Industrial Engineer in EPIC Lab Operations focuses on defining and improving the operational model for the EPIC Center, ensuring efficient lab operations and integrating business requirements with lab information systems.
ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductorSoftware
Responsibilities
Design the EPIC Lab Operations Model: Develop workflows, service definitions, and role-based task mapping to ensure efficient and scalable operations
Process Analysis & Optimization: Identify inefficiencies in lab workflows and implement improvements to reduce cycle time and enhance service quality
Performance Measurement: Define KPIs and success metrics for lab operations; establish systems for continuous monitoring and reporting
Data & Systems Integration: Understand lab data domains and digital systems (e.g., MES, scheduling, asset tracking) to propose solutions and requirements that support operational goals
Information Systems Management: Gather and document business requirements for lab operations systems
Define functional specifications and collaborate with IT and engineering teams
Develop and maintain system roadmaps aligned with operational priorities
Oversee projects related to lab information systems, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment
Continuous Improvement: Use data insights to refine processes, improve resource utilization, and enhance customer experience
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a liaison between lab operations and enabling functions such as Facilities, EHS, Security, IT, and AIx to ensure seamless integration
Documentation & Standards: Create and maintain detailed process documentation, SOPs, and operational guidelines
Change Management: Lead adoption of new processes and tools through stakeholder engagement, training, and feedback loops
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred
5+ years of experience in industrial engineering, operations management, or lab operations within the semiconductor industry
Proven ability to model, analyze, and optimize complex business processes
Familiarity with lab data domains and operational systems; ability to define system requirements and collaborate with IT teams
Experience managing business requirements and roadmaps for enterprise or lab information systems
Strong knowledge of operational metrics, continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma), and data analytics
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Preferred
advanced degree preferred
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
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