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Module Process Engineer V - (E5)

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Austin, TX, USA
140K-193K Annually
Expert/Leader
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Austin, TX, USA
140K-193K Annually
Expert/Leader
Senior-level module process engineer specializing in epitaxy and wafer fab equipment. Leads root-cause diagnostics, data-driven yield and integration improvements, customer engagements, continuous improvement projects, and mentorship of junior engineers. Drives adoption of service technologies and optimizes process Cpk, defect reduction, and CSA value.
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Who We Are

Applied Materials is a 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 push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

What We Offer

Salary:

$140,000.00 - $192,500.00

Location:

Austin,TX, Boise,ID, Dallas-Richardson,TX, Hillsboro,OR, Phoenix,AZ, Santa Clara,CA

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. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. 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

Recognized as an Epitaxy Process or Equipment expert within the industry. Anticipates internal and or external business challenges; recommends process, product or service improvements . Solves unique and complex problems that have a broad impact on the business . Contributes to the development of functional strategy. Leads project teams to achieve milestones and objectives . Progression to this level is typically restricted on the basis of business requirements

  • Key Responsibilities
    • Must be a technical expert with 10+ years’ experience in Epitaxy Process or Equipment expertise with with a strong Wafer Fab background.

    • Must have data analytics background for performing analysis to identify, troubleshoot, and solve complex EPI Process, Yield, and Integration related problems.

    • Leads with first principles in solving complex technical challenges.

    • Lead discussions with customers to understand their High Value Problems (HVP), propose and implement new Continuous Improvement Projects (CIP), capture learning to maximize service opportunities and implement the solutions to improve customer KPI's
    • Increases CSA value through defect /variability /COO reduction and PM /process Cpk /matching /Output optimization.
      Identifies opportunities for CSA renewal /upsell /penetration
    • Demonstrates & drives the adoption of new service technologies including FabVantage Offerings at the customer site through Demos, on site evaluations and Joint Development Programs
    • Resolves complex tool issues utilizing analytics, equipment and process knowledge and systematic FV troubleshooting methodologies for effective root cause diagnostics and issues resolution. Can Issue the report and present to customer which including explain the priority and provide the suggestion based on the compare BOM, EC, FSS data and FV360 for two products.
    • Mentor/Lead junior level MPE's
    • Advanced integration knowledge
    • Knowledge of 4 or more processes on 2 or more technologies

Functional Knowledge

  • Regarded as the technical expert in Epi Process and Equipment
    Demonstrates in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in own discipline and broad knowledge of other disciplines within the function

Business Expertise

  • Anticipates business and regulatory issues; recommends product, process or service improvements 

Leadership

  • Leads projects with notable risk and complexity; develops the strategy for project execution

Problem Solving

  • Solves unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions

Impact

  • Impacts the direction and resource allocation for program, project or services; works within general functional policies and industry guidelines

interpersonal Skills

  • Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view

Qualifications:

  • BS/MS - Engineering

  • 10+ years of experience in Epi process or equipment engineering

  • Wafer Fab Process / Equipment experience

  • Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential objections, and persuades others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view

  • Regarded as the technical expert in EPIUnit Process and Wafer Fab operations

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 25% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

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. 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.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at [email protected], or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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