Your Key Responsibilities * Design, collect data, analyze and compile reports on a variety of difficult process engineering experiments, within safety guidelines * Perform hardware characterization on a variety of difficult systems, within safety guidelines * Troubleshoot a variety of complex problems, perform Root Cause Analysis and resolve a variety of difficult process engineering issues * Generate internal and external documentation for products, presentations and technical reports * Interact with customers to resolve a variety of difficult process engineering issues/problems with limited supervision * Measure film properties and interpret data * Identify, select and work with vendors and suppliers with limited supervision * Implement new technology, products and analytical instrumentation * Serve as a resource for junior colleagues; lead project teams, as needed This role is ideal for a highly motivated engineer who thrives under challenge, takes strong ownership, and is willing to work night shift production and to provide technical support to customers in multiple global regions (Asia, Europe, U.S.). Required Qualifications: * Master’s or PhD degree in Materials Science and Engineering or related field. * Strong understanding of material properties, phase transformations, and microstructure-performance relationships. * Familiarity with failure analysis techniques (e.g., SEM, EDS, XRD). * Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic production environment. Preferred Qualifications: * 3+ years of experience in ceramic manufacturing, process engineering or R&D. * Experience with CVD or other thin film deposition techniques (e.g., PVD, ALD, PECVD). * Experience with statistical process control (SPC), Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing principles. * Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g. JMP, Excel, Minitab, Python). * Experience supporting customers in high-tech industries and capable to influence cross-functional teams and lead projects under tight deadlines. ## Qualifications ### Education: Bachelor's Degree ### Skills ### Certifications: ### Languages: ### Years of Experience: 4 - 7 Years ### Work Experience: ## Additional Information ### ### Shift: 10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America) ### ### Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time ### ### Relocation Eligible: No ### Referral Payment Plan: Employee Referral (Enhanced) Salary Range: $108,000.00 - $148,500.00 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.