Mechanical Engineer III Senior

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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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. 

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Role Responsibilities: 

• Design and develop structural assemblies, vacuum and thermal control systems, precision mechanisms, welded fabrications, and sheet metal components
• Apply DFx principles to improve manufacturability, assembly efficiency, and product cost
• Good hands-on experience on GD& T and tolerance stack up analysis.
• Perform structural, thermal, vibration, seismic and first-order engineering hand calculations and analyses to validate designs
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, failure investigations, and corrective action implementation
• Able to prepare and deliver high level technical presentations to cross‑functional teams, management, and customers during the entire design cycle
• Collaborate closely with suppliers to optimize materials, welding processes, coatings, finishes, and fabrication methods and OEMs for parts selection
• Develop and maintain 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, BOMs, specifications, and ECO documentation
• Participate in equipment lab installation, qualification, sustaining engineering, and product lifecycle activities
• Ensure compliance with SEMI, safety, regulatory, and internal engineering standards
• Collaborate with CFT and product groups to resolve field reported issues.
• Drive value engineering, component standardization, and design optimization initiatives

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• 8 to 10 years of experience in mechanical design, vacuum and thermal control systems & sheet Metal design
• Knowledge of design methodologies, fixture design, material selection, finish, coatings, and manufacturing processes
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and critical thinking skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional engineering environment
• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor & NX
• Experience creating detailed engineering drawings with GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in product life cycle, including prototyping, packaging, material selection and manufacturing methods  
• Prior experience in semiconductor industry is preferred

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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.