{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"1d024b3da561b0ae6afe091d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1d024b3da561b0ae6afe091d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1d024b3da561b0ae6afe091d","title":"Etch Process Engineer V - (E5)","description":"Who We Are\nApplied 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.\nWhat We Offer\nSalary:\n$163,000.00 - $224,000.00\nLocation:\nSanta Clara,CA\nYou’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.\nAt 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 .\n\nAs a Process Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor manufacturing technologies. You will collect and analyze data, perform hardware characterization, and troubleshoot engineering issues. You'll also measure film properties, generate technical documentation, and engage with customers to resolve concerns. Process Engineers collaborate with vendors and suppliers, and become familiar with implementing new technologies and products. 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.\n\nKey Responsibilities\nDevelops and implements new etch processes for advanced test vehicles\nPartners with other groups, including lithography and deposition to develop and implement new integration schemes\nMonitors the wafer fabrication process by responding to in-line issues and dispositions lots.\nImplements new process control schemes or methodologies which ensure product manufacturability\nCoordinates the scheduling of process qualifications and equipment down time with manufacturing or equipment engineering.\nDevelops and implements processes or procedures for transitioning new products into the production line\nReviews, updates, and maintains documentation and process instructions\nInstructs operators and technicians on processes and procedures, including modifications to existing procedures\nPartners with equipment and maintenance personnel in order to minimize tool down time and integrate new tools into the production line\nRequired qualifications\nPosition requires MS in an engineering discipline\n5 years’ experience in etch process engineering\nAbility to deal with multiple issues and shifting priorities\nStrong verbal and written communication skills\nAbility to interact with multiple disciplines in a 7x24 manufacturing facility\nGood problem solving skills\nSelf-motivated; able to take initiative\nExcellent interpersonal skills\nCompetency in troubleshooting problems\nBusiness Expertise\nInterprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services\nLeadership\nMay lead functional teams or projects\nMay mentor junior engineers\nProblem Solving\nLeads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions\nDesired qualifications\nPhD in a science/engineering field. Physics, chemistry, materials science.\nExperience with interaction with chip manufacturers and the process/integration schemes.\nDetailed knowledge of plasma-etch processing and the associated hardware.\nKnowledge of advanced patterning processes for state-of-the-art logic and memory devices,\nFamiliarity with Applied Materials etch systems, i.e. Mesa, Sym3\n#LI\nAdditional Information\nTime Type:\nFull time\nEmployee Type:\nAssignee / Regular\nTravel:\nYes, 10% of the Time\nRelocation Eligible:\nYes\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.\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.\nApplied 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.\nIn 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 Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. 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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 .\n\nAs a Process Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor manufacturing technologies. You will collect and analyze data, perform hardware characterization, and troubleshoot engineering issues. You'll also measure film properties, generate technical documentation, and engage with customers to resolve concerns. Process Engineers collaborate with vendors and suppliers, and become familiar with implementing new technologies and products. 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.\n\nKey Responsibilities\nDevelops and implements new etch processes for advanced test vehicles\nPartners with other groups, including lithography and deposition to develop and implement new integration schemes\nMonitors the wafer fabrication process by responding to in-line issues and dispositions lots.\nImplements new process control schemes or methodologies which ensure product manufacturability\nCoordinates the scheduling of process qualifications and equipment down time with manufacturing or equipment engineering.\nDevelops and implements processes or procedures for transitioning new products into the production line\nReviews, updates, and maintains documentation and process instructions\nInstructs operators and technicians on processes and procedures, including modifications to existing procedures\nPartners with equipment and maintenance personnel in order to minimize tool down time and integrate new tools into the production line\nRequired qualifications\nPosition requires MS in an engineering discipline\n5 years’ experience in etch process engineering\nAbility to deal with multiple issues and shifting priorities\nStrong verbal and written communication skills\nAbility to interact with multiple disciplines in a 7x24 manufacturing facility\nGood problem solving skills\nSelf-motivated; able to take initiative\nExcellent interpersonal skills\nCompetency in troubleshooting problems\nBusiness Expertise\nInterprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services\nLeadership\nMay lead functional teams or projects\nMay mentor junior engineers\nProblem Solving\nLeads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions\nDesired qualifications\nPhD in a science/engineering field. 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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.\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.\nApplied 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.\nIn addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. 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