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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.\nWhat We Offer\nSalary:\n$124,000.00 - $171,000.00Location:\nSanta Clara,CAYou’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.\nAt 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.\nJob Description\nApplied Materials is looking for a Mechanical Engineer who is an effective problem solver and system thinker. In this role, you will own the end-to-end design, development, and validation of hardware required to enable Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) processes.\nAs a Mechanical Engineer, you will develop technical solutions by generating root-cause hypotheses, brainstorming design concepts as part of a cross-functional team and performing hands-on testing to validate solutions. You will be instrumental in enabling key technologies and developing equipment that powers the next generation of advanced semiconductor chips and displays used in Artificial Intelligence and Augmented Reality applications.\nKey Responsibilities\nTechnically lead engineering projects and own end-to-end execution, delivering complete solutions for technical problems of varying complexity.\n\nDeconstruct on-wafer performance requirements into clear engineering design requirements and collaborate with different engineering disciples like Process Engineering team to develop solutions that meet or exceed those requirements.\n\nIdentify design tradeoffs and technical risks, evaluate alternatives, and select the optimal path to solution.\n\nPerform engineering analyses (e.g., tolerance, thermal, structural, flow) to demonstrate designs will meet functional and performance objectives.\n\nWork with internal subject-matter experts and external suppliers to design systems and components that achieve performance, reliability, and manufacturability requirements.\n\nPlan and execute structured experiments and validation tests to characterize performance, establish operating windows, and define design margins.\n\nAnalyze experimental and field data using tools such as JMP and Microsoft Excel to identify trends, assess statistical significance, and draw sound engineering conclusions.\n\nValidate solutions using first-principles hand calculations and simulation tools (e.g., FEA / CFD), correlating analytical predictions with test results.\n\nPrepare and deliver technical presentations to cross-functional teams, management, and customers.\n\nCreate, specify, review, and release engineering documentation in Teamcenter, ensuring accuracy and configuration control across the product lifecycle.\n\nQualifications\nPhD or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering with 4-7 years of applicable experience\n\nExperience in semiconductor equipment design or troubleshooting.\n\nProficiency with 3D CAD tools such as Siemens NX, Creo (Pro/ENGINEER), or SolidWorks\n\nExperience with engineering analysis tools (e.g., ANSYS, CFD-ACE, COMSOL) is a plus.\n\nDemonstrated strength in at least one technical domain: thermal engineering, compressible flow, mechanical design, or machining/manufacturing processes.\n\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create clear, concise engineering documentation.\n\nProven ability to build effective cross-functional relationships and communicate technical concepts to non-experts.\n\nAbility to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced product development environment.\n\nAdditional Information\nTime Type:\nFull timeEmployee Type:\nAssignee / RegularTravel:\nYes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:\nYesThe 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.\nFor 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.\nApplied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.\nIn addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. 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