Mechanical R&D Engineer

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.

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Role Responsibilities:

• Identify and troubleshoot a variety of difficult mechanical problems with limited supervision

• Define, coordinate, perform and document engineering test reports

• Develop, design, or modify mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, or drawings/specifications of difficult scope

• Perform engineering analysis of difficult scope with limited supervision

• Technically lead or execute projects; develop key suppliers and generate mechanical product specifications

• Design, develop and implement custom mechanical tooling, fixturing and associated processes; enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies; establish standards across all operational processes

• Specify and review engineering documentation

• Implement concepts for a variety of complex product issues and mechanical solutions

• Clearly communicate complex or sensitive information; build consensus

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

• 4-7 years of experience

• Demonstrated experience with CAD software, thermodynamics, sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods, GD&T, flow analysis and/or

  • Design for Excellence principle

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the Applied Materials product life cycle, including prototyping, packaging, material selection and manufacturing methods

• Proven skills on 2D/3D mechanical modelling, GD&T, and precision machine design.
• Working knowledge on machining, manufacturing, and assembly.
• Hands-on experience on designing single- or multi-axis mechatronic systems. (servo-controlled actuators, positioning stages, robotic systems)
• Hands-on experience on FEA, structural, thermal and model analysis, design optimization.
• Working knowledge on vibration control, servo control. Working knowledge on contamination and cleanliness control in semiconductor sectors.

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Applied 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.