Job description

Job ID

R2515004

Who We Are

Applied 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 a Better Future.

What We Offer

At 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 benefits.

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.

What You’ll Do

As a Field Service Engineer, you'll serve as Applied’s direct liaison with our customers and quickly solve high-value problems on their behalf. By collaborating closely with our customers onsite to install, maintain, and upgrade Applied Materials equipment, and with our internal teams to improve business processes, you’ll make a significant impact on ensuring peak performance and deliver exceptional service, while becoming an integral part of Applied Materials' diverse and dynamic field team.

Role Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Senior Field Service Engineers in installing, maintaining, and upgrading customer equipment
• Use digital analytics for troubleshooting
• Apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess equipment and address technical issues
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical, vacuum, mechanical, plasma, hydraulic, and gas systems (training provided)
• Coordinate and communicate directly with customers
• Fulfill additional duties, as assigned
• Travel to off-site training facilities in Europe, Asia or the US

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of a Bachelor degree in relevant field
• Strong hands-on experience working with tools and semiconductor equipment. Literacy in tool signals, systems, and processes.
• Passionate in regard to Digital tools usage and adding value.
• Willing to learn and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
• Experience diagnosing and resolving basic technical challenges
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of work experience in customer/field service support, or a related technical field
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, vacuum, or thermodynamics
• Familiarity with hand tools and their appropriate usage, including digital multimeters

Physical Requirements:

This position often requires extensive walking, standing for extended periods of time, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, working at height, the ability to distinguish between colors and working with electricity, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools.

Additionally, because this position generally involves working in a clean room, it requires the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible: No

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.

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Perks & Benefits

• Compensation & Benefits: You qualify for a competitive and comprehensive total rewards program.
• Wellness: Our Employee Assistance Program, meditation and family support resources, travel insurance, and other options enhance your physical, emotional, social and financial wellbeing.
• Development & Training: Take advantage of free career development and mentoring programs, as well as technical and professional courses.
• Applied Giving: Our worldwide "Giving" program encourages employees around the globe to donate money and volunteer their time, and the Applied Materials Foundation matches employee contributions.