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Field Service Engineer III (C3) - N. Phoenix, AZ.

Applied Materials
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 14 Aug 2026
💰 $102,000/yr($74,000/yr$102,000/yr)

About the role

Who We Are


Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology. 


What We Offer


Salary:

$37.00 - $51.20

Location:

Phoenix,AZ

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 Field Service Engineer [Customer Engineer] at Applied Materials, you serve as the direct liaison with customers, collaborating closely to install, maintain, and upgrade equipment. You'll use digital analytics for troubleshooting and apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess and address technical issues. Your responsibilities include performing preventative and corrective maintenance on various systems such as electrical, vacuum, mechanical, plasma, hydraulic, and gas systems. Additionally, you'll coordinate and communicate directly with customers to ensure smooth operations and exceptional service.

 

 

What You’ll Do 

As a Field Service Engineer [Customer Engineer], you'll serve as Applied’s direct liaison with our customers and quickly solve high-value problems on their behalf. By collaborating closely with our customers onsite to install, maintain, and upgrade Applied Materials equipment, and with our internal teams to improve business processes, you’ll make a significant impact on ensuring peak performance and deliver exceptional service, while becoming an integral part of Applied Materials' diverse and dynamic field team. 

Discover what it’s like to be a Field Service Engineer at Applied Materials.

Role Responsibilities:  

  • Install, maintain, and upgrade customer equipment 

  • Apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess equipment and address technical issues, with assistance from Senior Field Service Engineers [Customer Engineers] 

  • Collaborate with Senior Field Service Engineers [Customer Engineers] and/or the customer to understand roadmaps, process flows, inflection points, requirements, and business challenges  

  • Train and mentor junior Field Service Engineers [Customer Engineers] 

  • Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical, vacuum, mechanical, plasma, hydraulic, and gas systems 

  • Coordinate and communicate directly with customers 

  • Fulfill additional duties, as assigned 

Minimum Qualifications:  

  • Completion of an Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent military technical training, field service experience, or trade certification 

  • 4-7 years of work experience in semiconductor industry or other equipment support industry 

  • Advanced mechanical aptitude with pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, vacuum, and/or thermodynamics 

  • Strong knowledge of hand tools and their appropriate usage, including digital multimeters 

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills 

  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint  

  • Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a passport, if travel is required

  • Able to meet all on-site requirements, including safety, environmental guidelines, and COVID-19 protocols 

Required Education: 

  • Minimu

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