Module Process Engineer IV - (E4)

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:

$116,000.00 - $159,500.00

Location:

Phoenix,AZ

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. 

• Technical expert with process engineering experience in metal deposition technologies (PVD/CVD/ALD) with a strong Wafer Fab background.
• Must have data analytics skills for performing analysis to identify, troubleshoot, and solve complex process, yield, and integration related problems.
• Lead discussions with customers to understand their High Value Problems (HVP), propose and implement new Continuous Improvement Projects (CIP), capture learnings to maximize service opportunities and implement solutions to improve customer KPI's.
• Increases CSA (Customer Service Agreement) value through defect / variability / COO reduction and PM /process Cpk /matching /output optimization.
• Identifies opportunities for CSA renewal, upsell, and penetration.
• Demonstrates and drives the adoption of new service technologies including FabVantage offerings at customer sites through demos, on site evaluations and joint development programs.
• Resolves complex tool issues utilizing analytics, equipment, and process knowledge using systematic troubleshooting methodologies for effective root cause diagnosis and issues resolution. Issues reports and present findings to customers which include explanation of the priority and provide suggestions based on information derived from Bill of Materials, Equipment Constants, tool sensor data, and on wafer results.
• Mentor/Lead junior level MPE's.
• Domain knowledge of 4 or more processes on 2 or more technologies.

Qualifications

• BS - Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry
• 7+ years experience in metal deposition process engineering
• Wafer Fab / Equipment experience
• Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view
• Technical expertise in metal deposition Unit Process and Wafer Fab operations

Functional Knowledge

Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field

Business Expertise

Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services

Leadership

May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity

Problem Solving

Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgement and identify innovative solutions

Impact

Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies

Interpersonal Skills

Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

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. 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.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.