Job Description

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.

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 to learn more about engineering at Applied.

Role Responsibilities:

• Design, collect data, analyze, and compile reports on complex process engineering experiments

• Perform hardware characterization on a variety of systems

• Measure film properties, organize data, and interpret data

• Troubleshoot moderately complex problems, perform Root Cause Analysis, and resolve moderately difficult process engineering issues

• Generate internal documentation for products, presentations, and technical reports

• Interact with customers to resolve process engineering issues

• Identify, select, and work with vendors and suppliers

• Implement new technology, products, and analytical instrumentation

Minimum Qualifications:

• We are seeking candidates currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics 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

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

• Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

• Flexible and adaptable mindset who thrives in a results-driven culture

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.