Jobs at Applied Materials

Manage projects from planning through implementation: prepare project plans, track deliverables, coordinate resources, monitor costs, participate in design teams, diagnose obstacles and implement solutions to keep projects on time and within budget.

The role involves managing end-to-end recruitment for semiconductor manufacturing positions, focusing on high-volume hiring and partnering with production leaders to meet staffing needs efficiently.

Intern will evaluate and improve model governance and management practices for predictive maintenance models. They will collaborate with data scientists and equipment experts to pilot an end-to-end ML management framework, document best practices, analyze data, interpret experimental results, and present actionable recommendations supporting operational efficiency and lean manufacturing.

Analyze semiconductor equipment sensor data, build data pipelines, run experiments, and develop and validate machine learning algorithms to detect conditioning completion. The intern will explore dynamic conditioning methods, improve process consistency and product quality, and collaborate with process engineers, data scientists, and field engineers.

Conducts PVD process optimization, metal film property measurement, data analysis, hardware characterization, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis under engineering guidance. The internship provides hands-on experience with semiconductor manufacturing, PVD technology, process engineering, and complex equipment while developing critical thinking and technical communication skills.

College intern supporting PVD process and hardware development for advanced semiconductor nodes. Under engineer guidance, the intern will optimize processes, measure metal film properties, collect and analyze experimental data, characterize hardware, troubleshoot moderately complex issues, perform root cause analysis, and prepare reports. The role provides hands-on exposure to semiconductor manufacturing, PVD technology, critical thinking, and technical communication.

Executes complex operational audits and advisory projects, including planning, fieldwork, testing, risk assessment, control-gap identification, reporting, and remediation follow-up. Leads small-scale audits, supports SOX testing and investigations, maintains audit documentation in Optro, and guides junior auditors. Collaborates with global stakeholders, applies IIA standards, communicates findings, and recommends practical control improvements using professional judgment and data-driven analysis.

Develops, qualifies, and manages suppliers for plating and related surface-treatment processes. Leads supplier audits, quality issue resolution, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, process improvement, DOE activities, and process specification development. Analyzes test data, evaluates chemistries and technologies, prepares technical reports, and collaborates with suppliers and cross-functional teams. Requires semiconductor industry experience and a degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, or materials science.

Design and build the foundational data layer, pipelines, and integrations for a manufacturing data platform. Develop backend services, APIs, and user-facing applications; implement data quality, monitoring, resilience, and audit capabilities; produce documentation, runbooks, and QA for production readiness; collaborate with operations and stakeholders to iterate on UI/UX and business logic.

Analyzes business requirements, performs big data analysis, develops actionable insights, quantifies optimization impacts, and implements solutions with cross-functional teams. Defines analytics-based controls to identify process anomalies and gaps, works with SAP and internal systems, and manages complex projects and timelines. The role offers mentorship and hands-on experience for a new graduate.

Develop and maintain manufacturing methods, operating sequences, and processes for semiconductor equipment components and assemblies. Coordinate new product and product improvement releases, reduce costs, improve quality, establish time standards, recommend tooling, and develop test procedures. Investigate assembly and system-testing issues, determine root causes and corrective actions, and support night-shift operations while driving lean and continuous improvement initiatives.

Develop and maintain manufacturing methods, operating sequences, and processes for semiconductor equipment components and assemblies. Coordinate product improvements and new-product releases, reduce costs, improve quality, establish time standards, and recommend tooling. Create test procedures, evaluate results, perform PFMEA, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions. The role requires analytical problem-solving, teamwork, engineering knowledge, and work in a cleanroom manufacturing environment.

Develop and maintain manufacturing methods, sequences, and processes for semiconductor equipment parts and assemblies. Coordinate product improvements, reduce costs, improve quality, establish time standards, and recommend tooling. Create test procedures, evaluate results, identify root causes, perform process FMEA, and implement corrective actions. The role requires collaboration across engineering functions and work in a cleanroom manufacturing environment.

Own and manage assigned customer accounts for Applied Materials: identify needs, present product roadmaps and demonstrations, prepare and negotiate quotes, follow up on receivables, document visits, and develop/execute account action plans. Travel locally and regionally to customer and company sites.

Leads technical supply chain projects from planning through deployment, managing schedules, costs, performance, resources, risks, and deliverables. Coordinates cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, supply chain, business groups, global vendors, and customers. Provides technical guidance, develops mitigation plans, analyzes datasets, and presents insights to senior leadership. The role supports semiconductor equipment and component projects within the AGS business unit.

Design and optimize semiconductor and display manufacturing processes through data collection, experimentation, hardware characterization, film-property measurement, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis. Prepare technical reports and documentation, support new technology implementation, and work with customers, vendors, and suppliers under supervision to resolve process engineering issues.

Supervises semiconductor equipment manufacturing operations, including assembly, inspection, testing, scheduling, capacity planning, quality improvement, and performance metrics. Manages safety, training, employee development, hiring, and performance processes. Resolves operational issues affecting customers and coordinates with vendors. Drives Lean, safety, quality, corrective actions, and process improvements while ensuring compliance with company standards.

Supervises manufacturing and operations employees supporting assembly, inspection, testing, and final testing of semiconductor equipment and components. Prioritizes production schedules, monitors cycle time and performance metrics, resolves operational and quality issues, and coordinates customer and vendor requirements. Leads capacity optimization, Lean, safety, quality, corrective actions, employee training, hiring, coaching, and performance management while ensuring compliance with EHS and workplace safety procedures.

Manages production operations, capacity planning, resource utilization, schedules, budgets, personnel, quality, safety, and supply chain goals. Leads Lean and continuous improvement initiatives to improve production methods, efficiency, cycle time, and profitability. Oversees corrective actions, process optimization, employee development, training, and alignment with senior management and customer requirements. The role includes cleanroom work, physical activity, personal protective equipment, and approximately 10% travel.

Leads manufacturing transition, factory ramp, and production-readiness programs between Austin and Singapore. Coordinates Operations, Manufacturing, NPI, Supply Chain, and Logistics teams to meet cost, quality, delivery, and capacity objectives. Manages schedules, risks, dependencies, resources, documentation, and stakeholder communications. Develops scalable production strategies, drives productivity improvements, mitigates supply and vendor risks, and supports manufacturing leadership.