Key Responsibilities

Design, collect data, analyze and compile reports on a variety of difficult process engineering experiments, within safety guidelinesPerform hardware characterization on a variety of difficult systems, within safety guidelinesTroubleshoot a variety of complex problems, perform Root Cause Analysis and resolve a variety of difficult process engineering issuesGenerate internal and external documentation for products, presentations and technical reportsInteract with customers to resolve a variety of difficult process engineering issues/problems with limited supervisionMeasure film properties and interpret dataIdentify, select and work with vendors and suppliers with limited supervisionImplement new technology, products and analytical instrumentationTraining others on advanced use of instrumentation

Qualifications

Expertise in operation of Dual Beam FIB instrumentsExpertise in TEM sample preparation using DB FIBExperience in creation and modification of automation recipes (AutoTEM/iFast)4+ years experience on FIB/SEM toolAdvanced understanding of semiconductor devices such as FinFET, GAA, 3D NAND, DRAM, and MRAMStrong problem-solving skillsOutstanding oral and verbal communication skillsAbility to work well within cross-functional groups, including peers, internal partners, and customers at all levelsEffectively manage projects/tasks/assignments, showing initiative and meeting expected timeframes.Flexible work hour/dayAbility to collect. organize, analyze, and present data to a broad audienceAbility to communicate complicated concepts to people from all backgrounds and educational levels

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or similar field

Functional Knowledge

Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Preferred

Experience with TEM operationExperience developing new techniques on novel materialsFamiliarity with failure analysis techniquesExperience with Atom Probe TomographyExperience with Plasma FIB systemsFamiliarity with Electron Microscopic analytical techniques such as XEDS, EELS, etc.Familiarity with other analytical techniques, such as AFM, FTIR, XRD, etc.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

4 - 7 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

No

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

U.S. Salary Range:

$120,000.00 - $165,000.00

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.