Engineering Technician IV - 3rd Shift

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:

$29.00 - $39.60

Location:

Austin,TX

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. 

Key Responsibilities

NPI Test Bay Setup and Preventative Maintenance
Sets up test bay fixtures and required facilities to test chambers. Installs correct software versions in test bay (after consulting ME) before chamber moves into test. Check HX/Chiller fill levels, PCW flow, communication cable functionality, MOXA addresses, and process kit audits. Lead the procurement and maintenance of test equipment.

New Product Test Ticket Management
Manage test tickets for new products on both the NPI and volume manufacturing lines, including troubleshooting, working with NPI and NPT Manufacturing Engineers, and documenting the resolution.

Test Cable Assembly
Assembles new test cables and jumpers for chambers, gen racks, and peripheral equipment.

Supporting Manufacturing Engineers
Assist MEs in carrying out projects to upgrade, deploy, repair, and correct test bays and fixtures. Document and provide important feedback to eliminate future test issues.

Rework
Able to assist with rework activity, such as mechanical repair, related to DMRs or part number changes.

Other Requirements: This is a physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts.

Additionally, because this position will involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.

Functional Knowledge

• Has developed advanced specialized expertise within a analytical/scientific area to perform the most complex work

Business Expertise

• Has a good understanding of how related teams coordinate their efforts and resources to achieve objectives

Leadership

• May act as a lead for the team, may allocate work and provide subject matter guidance to more junior team members

Problem Solving

• Exercises judgment, based on previous experience, practices and precedents, to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent

Impact

• Impacts the effectiveness of own team and closely related teams

Interpersonal Skills

• Exchanges ideas and information effectively; uses tact and diplomacy when dealing with others

This position requires experience in testing and troubleshooting complex chambers without engineering support. Must be proficient in researching and resolving issues, communicating complex information, and must be able to work independently without regular supervision

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

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