Job Information
Applied Materials 2025 University Graduate - Process Engineer (Master's Degree) in Santa Clara, California
Who We Are
Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible ® a Better Future.
At Applied, we prioritize your well-being and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. 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 (https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/US) .
What You’ll Do
As a Process Engineer, you'll play a critical role in solving our customers’ biggest challenges by designing and optimizing semiconductor manufacturing processes. You will work on some of the most advanced and challenging technologies in the world, shaping the way process engineering evolves for our business and the semiconductor industry.
Process Engineers at Applied enjoy a diverse and exciting work experience—no two days are the same and the challenges are complex and interesting. You will experiment, learn, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the semiconductor and display industries, partnering with our globally recognized R&D teams on state-of-the-art research and development projects. Visit our Engineering Careers page (https://www.appliedmaterials.com/us/en/careers/new-grads-engineering.html) to learn more about engineering at Applied.
Role Responsibilities:
Design both hypothesis experiments and design of experiments (DOE), analyze data with statistics and compile reports with high level conclusions on technically challenging process engineering experiments
Perform hardware characterization on a variety of advanced systems and provide guidance to design engineering authority, within safety guidelines
Troubleshoot a variety of complex problems, perform multiple root cause analysis, and resolve a variety of difficult process engineering and customer product issues
Generate internal and external documentation for products, presentations, and technical reports
Interact with customers to resolve a variety of difficult process engineering issues, up to including oral presentations to customers
Execute problem-solving learning cycle: define problem statement, devise experimental plan and select characterization techniques with which data will be collected, perform experiments, perform measurements, process and analyze data, draw conclusions based on data, execute a follow-up learning cycle based on conclusions
Measure film properties and interpret data to drive concise conclusions
Identify, select, and work with vendors and suppliers
Implement new technology, products, and analytical instrumentation
Minimum Qualifications:
We are seeking candidates currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Nanotechnologies, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university, with an expected graduation date between December, 2024 and June, 2025.
Good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
Demonstrable breadth of expertise in semiconductor technologies
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous internship or related field experience
Demonstrated leadership experience
Able to solve complex problems and take a new perspective on existing solutions
Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
Communicated complex ideas; works to build consensus
Collaborates across multi-disciplinary teams
Flexible and adaptable mindset who thrives in a results-driven culture
Thesis and relevant coursework; patents and publications
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. _ _To learn more about our commitment to DEI visit the Applied Materials Inclusion page. (https://www.appliedmaterials.com/us/en/careers/inclusion.html) _ _ _ _
Qualifications
Education:
Master's Degree (Required)
Skills:
Certifications:
Languages:
Years of Experience:
Up to 1 Year
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Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
New College Grad
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
Yes
U.S. Salary Range:
$100,000.00 - $136,500.00
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.