Process Support Engineer III - Metrology & Inspection - Military Veterans

Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions 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. Our innovations make possible™ the technology shaping the future. To achieve this, we employ some of the best, brightest, and most talented people in the world who work together as part of a winning team.  Within this we are also the leader in Electron Optical systems for addressing semiconductor manufacturing challenges whether it be measurements, images, elemental analyses, inspection, metrology we have best in class solutions that are adopted globally.

While virtually every nationality, culture, and background are currently represented within Applied Materials, we strive for a more robust Culture of Inclusion (COI) and diversity. Leveraging our COI vision helps drive innovation, build organizational capabilities, create equal opportunities for everyone, and achieve our company’s Definition of Winning.

Applied Materials’ is looking to recruit engineers to support its range of Inspection and metrology tools and support a major customer in Oregon. In these positions you will use electron optical tooling to assist our customers in their manufacturing process. In addition you will be a key member of staff developing new solutions to difficult problems and you will  play a key role in the development of Applied Materials’ next-generation metrology, inspection and review solutions targeting sub 7nm needs.

Ideal candidates could have BSc’s in any of the numerate engineering sciences, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Optical Engineering, Chemistry augmented by a MSc or PhD with aspects of semiconductor fabrication, electron microscopy, surface science, image analysis, optics in the coursework. Candidates must have good statistics and analysis skills as well as coding (Labview, Matlab, Python).

The people we are looking for are going to be thorough in their analysis of problems and able to communicate problem statements effectively but who are also willing to experiment to independently find solutions, they will be highly organized and able to juggle multiple objectives/deliverables. For people who meet these expectations Applied Materials invites you to join a winning team and experience the fantastic opportunities and career growth only we can provide globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Serves as liaison between the customer and the Business Unit for assigned projects, ensuring clear understanding of customer issues and delivery of applicable solutions. 
• When necessary, works closely with customer to optimize tool performance to meet customer process and integration requirements. 
• Checks and approves operational quality of system equipment. Instructs customers in the operation and maintenance of the system.
• Provides highly visible customer support through the performance of on-site installation, as well as overseeing any necessary diagnoses, troubleshooting, service, and repair of complex equipment and systems. 
• Knowledge of 3 or more processes on 1 or more technologies

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

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

4 - 7 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 25% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

U.S. Salary Range:

$104,000.00 - $143,000.00

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. 

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