Global Product Support (GPS) Engineer - Etch

Key Responsibilities\n\nDevelop and maintain detailed project plans for equipment engineering initiatives, ensuring timely execution from planning through implementation. Coordinate and track equipment installation, qualification, and maintenance projects, leveraging reports, dashboards, and checklists for progress monitoring. Align internal resources and cross-functional teams to achieve on-time, within-budget performance objectives for equipment-related projects. Monitor and report project cost performance, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions. Collaborate with process, manufacturing, and facilities teams on equipment design, upgrades, and optimization projects. Investigate and resolve equipment-related obstacles, applying root cause analysis and implementing sustainable solutions. Maintain strong technical knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, including vacuum systems, robotics, and process chambers. Provide hands-on support for technical troubleshooting of equipment failures, including hardware, electrical, and control systems.\n\nFunctional Knowledge\n\n * Demonstrates practical expertise in equipment engineering and project management.\n * Basic understanding of related disciplines such as process integration, facilities, and automation.\n\n\n\nBusiness Expertise\n\n * Knowledge of industry best practices for equipment reliability, uptime, and cost optimization.\n * Awareness of competitive technologies and differentiation factors in semiconductor equipment.\n\n\n\nLeadership\n\n * Acts as a resource for less experienced engineers and technicians.\n * May lead small-scale equipment projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.\n\n\n\nProblem Solving\n\n * Solves complex equipment-related issues using structured methodologies.\n * Applies innovative approaches to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.\n\n\n\nImpact\n\n * Directly impacts equipment availability, process stability, and operational efficiency.\n * Works within broad guidelines and policies to achieve project goals.\n\n\n\nInterpersonal Skills\n\n * Communicates technical and project information clearly.\n * Builds consensus across engineering, operations, and vendor teams.\n\n\n\nEducation:\n\nBachelor\u2019s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field) \n\n\nExperience: \n\n4\u20137 years in semiconductor equipment engineering or project management\n\n## Qualifications\n\n### Education:\n\nBachelor\u0027s Degree\n\n### Skills\n\n### Certifications:\n\n### Languages:\n\n### Years of Experience:\n\n4 - 7 Years\n\n### Work Experience:\n\n## Additional Information\n\n### \n\n### Shift:\n\n10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America)\n\n### \n\n### Travel:\n\nYes, 10% of the Time\n\n### \n\n### Relocation Eligible:\n\nYes\n\n### Referral Payment Plan:\n\nEmployee Referral (Standard)\n\nU.S. Salary Range:\n\n$110,500.00 - $152,000.00\n\nThe 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. \n\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.\n\nApplied 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. \n