Mechanical Engineer (Facilities)

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:

$147,000.00 - $202,500.00

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. 

 

 

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to process and resolve mechanical problems, design and implement custom mechanical tooling and associated processes, and enable the handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and modifying mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, and specifications. You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations-- and you'll coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects, identifying sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues.

 

 

Role 

The Mechanical Engineer will serve as the technical expert supporting multiple semiconductor lab facilities within the SCLA portfolio. This role provides engineering governance, detailed technical review, capacity planning, commissioning leadership, and lifecycle stewardship of complex facility mechanical systems. The Mechanical Engineer will collaborate closely with Facilities Operations, Design & Construction, EHS, IFM partners, and crossfunctional engineering teams to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations aligned with business needs. 

This position reports directly to the Director of Facilities & Engineering (SCLA). 

 

Key Responsibilities 

Engineering Leadership & Governance 

• Provide technical oversight and engineering review of mechanical designs, Basis of Design (BOD), construction documents, tool hookups, system upgrades, and fitup packages. 

• Review, approve, and stamp mechanical drawings and specifications (where applicable). 

• Develop and maintain sitespecific design criteria and mechanical engineering standards in collaboration with Facilities Operations, EHS, and D&C. 

• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for mechanical system issues and develop corrective/preventive action plans. 

Facilities Systems Management 

• Oversee mechanical systems for semiconductor facilities, including: 

    • Scrubbed exhaust systems 

    • RO/DI