Who We AreApplied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future. What We OfferSalary:$176,000.00 - $242,000.00Location:Santa Clara,CAAt Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. 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 <a target="_blank" href="https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/">benefits</a>. You’ll also 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 about careers at Applied.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and/or develop and execute significantly complex projects having a substantial mix of electrical, mechanical, physics, algorithms and software design, which are leading edge of system functionality or technology; spearhead research and development of new technologies as appropriate; and work with the process team to insure the identified minimum required specifications (MRS) is valid and attainable.  Coordinate with process team and management to understand system requirements.  Be able to chair architecture brainstorming meetings and drive the systems process to down select to a final architecture of a project level system.Use systems analysis to create a diagram in order to review specifications, influence product engineering and software to utilize system engineering concepts for new, complex designs and ongoing engineering improvements, and supervise tests.Interface with other groups to workout design, systems architecture development and integration issues. This position involves close collaboration with different Business Units of Applied Materials (Etch, Deposition…) to leverage existing systems and design and drive modifications required by the project specific requirements. Experience working on systems running different processes is preferred.Problem identification and troubleshooting significantly complex engineering problems, which are on leading edge of technology or system functionality.Review system engineering test results and architecture development ideas.  Influence and communicate change in adjusting design direction as necessary.Support System Integration during the assembly and final testing of new product designs.Work with vendors to develop new competitive products and takes business issues into consideration.Provide remote and onsite support to field support personnel as required.Functional Knowledge<ul><li>Regarded as the technical expert in their field</li><li>Demonstrates in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in own discipline and broad knowledge of other disciplines within the function</li><li>Experience using Teamcenter is a plus</li></ul>Business Expertise<ul><li>Anticipates business and regulatory issues; recommends product, process or service improvements </li></ul>Leadership<ul><li>Leads projects with notable risk and complexity; develops the strategy for project execution</li></ul>Problem Solving<ul><li>Solves unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions</li></ul>Impact<ul><li>Impacts the direction and resource allocation for program, project or services; works within general functional policies and industry guidelines</li></ul>Interpersonal Skills<ul><li>Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view</li></ul>Successful candidates must be eligible to lawfully receive export-controlled information, without the need for the company to seek a license.  Furthermore, since the role entails work on a US government funded project, the successful candidate must also be able to meet the government’s requirements for eligibility to participate in the project, without the need for the company to seek an exception/extraordinary approval.    The government’s requirements include certain restrictions on nationality and association/affiliation with entities deemed to be of concern.Additional InformationTime Type:Full timeEmployee Type:Assignee / RegularTravel:Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:NoThe 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 <a target="_blank" href="https://www.appliedmaterials.com/us/en/careers.html">careers site</a> 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. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.