Thermo-Mechanical-Design and Test-Engineer

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:

$171,500.00 - $236,000.00

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. 

Key Responsibilities

Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible the technology shaping the future.

 

Inside our company, we apply the idea of make possible as we work together. We value our people and teams who turn possibilities into reality by advancing our strategy, accomplishing great things and empowering others. We are deeply committed to fostering a Culture of Inclusion where every person knows they belong, feels empowered to bring their whole self to work, and is inspired to grow.

 

Our Mechanical Engineers play a critical role in enabling our customer’s success. In this role, you will partner with our globally recognized R&D teams while working directly with our customers in their fabs to develop solutions that power the semiconductor industry. Mechanical Engineers work across technologies such as: Chemical Vapor Deposition, Atomic Layer Deposition, Plasma Reactive Ion Etch, Physical Vapor Deposition, Anneal and Implant.

 

Responsibilities

• Lead data collection from custom metrology stands and analyze data under general supervision to validate & refine models predicting performances of complex electro-mechanical products eg electrostatic chuck
• Lead or assist in the design, development and implementation of electrostatic chucks, custom metrology stands, and associated processes to enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle
• Assist and explore a range of thermal, structural, and fluidic optimization algorithms to suggest the best approaches of predicting performance of complex electromechanical products
• Design or modify mechanical engineering layouts/schematics and/or detailed drawings/specifications of moderate scope under general supervision                                                               
• Coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components/equipment and identify sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve moderately complex technical issues                                                
• Troubleshoot a variety of mechanical problems of moderate difficultly under general supervision    
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot ESC issues and qualify designs in chamber environments

                                                                                   

Qualifications

• Graduating with an advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field                     
• Thorough knowledge of engineering design, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, stress analysis & testing
• Extensive