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Metrology Ops and Customer Quality Engineer lll - (E3)

Applied Materials
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 3 Jun 2026
💰 $132,000/yr($96,000/yr$132,000/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:

$96,000.00 - $132,000.00

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

Utilizes Coordinate Measuring Machine programming capabilities to validate incoming supplier material for compliance to the part print specification.

Designs and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and/ or production equipment.

Develops methods and parameters, project methodology and/ or project proposals.

Develops and uses procedures.  Prepares documentation for inspection/ testing procedures. Recommends corrective action for procedural, product, or process deficiencies.

Develops and applies quality standards in accordance with company and customer requirements. Develops and conducts related tests.

Analyze operational data; Develop and implement recommendations. Participates in and may lead internal and supplier audits. 

Evaluates work methods, procedures and policies. Tracks progress of qualification status, reviews reliability test results, determines disposition of non-compliant products, reviews and releases qualification packs 

Utilizes drawings, specifications, industry standards, and sketches, adapting inspection measuring devices and procedures when necessary. Read and interpret technical drawings and specification requirements.

Reduces qualification cycle time and cost while still meeting quality performance requirements. 

One position available for 2nd shift

Preferred Qualifications:

 

  • Detailed knowledge of ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing for application during dimensional metrology inspections.
  • Experience using Hand Tools for Metrology – Surface Plates, Pin Gages, Calipers, Micrometers, etc.
  • Experience on Zeiss CMM Calypso Programming
  • Experience on Mitutoyo Automated Optical Inspection (optional)
  • Knowledge of Precision Machining, Secondary Processes, Coatings, Platings, etc. – is desirable (optional)

Functional Knowledge

  • Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

  • Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

  • Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

  • Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

  • Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

  • Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Knowledge of Metrology Practices and CMM Zeiss Calypso Experience, Zeiss O-Inspect Experience, and Industrial CT scanning experience preferred

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