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Mechanical Engineer New College Grad - Doctorate Degree (Santa Clara, CA)

Applied Materials
Santa Clara, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Oct 2025
💰 $171,000/yr($124,000/yr$171,000/yr)

About the role

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

Salary:

$124,000.00 - $171,000.00

Location:

Santa Clara,CA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits

What You’ll Do 

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, working with a team of talented professionals to solve complex problems. You’ll leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to design and optimize mechanical devices, machines, and systems. You will take on exciting challenges, from conducting research and analyzing data to creating detailed technical drawings and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations. Your keen eye for detail and commitment to excellence will enable you to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, making a tangible impact on the success of our projects. We empower our mechanical engineers to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Engineering Careers page to learn more about engineering at Applied. 

 

About Our Program 

Our Mechanical Engineer Development Program provides training on routine assignments under the guidance of senior engineers. You will develop competence in the role by performing structured work assignments while using existing procedures to solve both routine and standard problems. As part of the development program, you will build strong working relationships across teams and participate in hands-on projects and technical seminars to build your skills and career path in the fast-growing semiconductor industry. 

 

Role Responsibilities:  

  • In support of design projects, coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components/equipment and identify sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve basic technical issues  

  • Design or modify mechanical engineering layouts/schematics, and/or detailed drawings/specifications of limited scope under direct supervision  

  • Perform and document engineering test reports under direct supervision  

  • Generate related alpha/gamma documentation for product release under direct supervision  

  • Perform engineering analysis under direct supervision  

  • Troubleshoots a variety of mechanical problems of general difficulty under direct supervision  

  • Effective use of engineering processes in the resolution of basic mechanical problems of limited scope  

  • May be responsible for the design,

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