Total 16 job vacancies by 0001 Applied Materials, Inc

Manager II, Customer Engineer - Shift Supervisor (M2)

Develops and maintains customer relationship with all relevant individuals in his/her district at all times, at all levels. Performs regular customer visits.

Manages, coaches and directs all customer engineers in his/her district. Responsible for salary planning, career planning, corrective actions where necessary, establishes objectives and performance appraisals. Gives formal updates to all employees. Business, new hires, new products. Can invite any guest speaker.

Initiates reports necessary for the business. Be the prime interface with the Product Divisions: tech support, training, spares, reliability.

Monitors the CSD Award Program with quarterly results (election, announcements). Monitors the “mentor” program so that all new engineers have a defined mentor.

Executes escalation procedure.

Responsible for account planning with District Sales Engineer. Provides support plan for system sales to CSD Management, Sales, Field Engineering.

Responsible for financial forecast for his/her district. Responsible for cost efficiency with the district. Measured by the financial result.

Responsible for system installation; planning, reporting and execution, pre-facility meeting, start-up meeting, process support identification.

Manages RMA procedure. Measurement of the engineers on their effectiveness. Manages accuracy, understanding and update of Customer Engineer hours tracking. Personal cross check and signature, measures customer engineers, takes corrective action with customer engineers. 

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates understanding and application of procedures and concepts within own job family  and basic knowledge of other related job families.

Business Expertise

• Applies understanding of how the team relates to other closely related areas to improve efficiency of own team

Leadership

• Has formal supervisory responsibilities; sets priorities for and coaches employees to meet daily deadlines

Problem Solving

• Uses judgment to identify and resolve day-to-day technical and operational problems

Impact

• Impacts the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of own team and its contribution to the business unit, department or sub-function

Interpersonal Skills

• Uses tact and diplomacy to exchange information and handle sensitive issues

• May be required to interact with outside customers, vendors or suppliers

Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.

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Additional Information

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Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

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. 

This role is specifically for the TSE Implant support organization in AMSEA within AGS and as such requires product specialism in Implant VIISta and Legacy hardware and associated software and systems.

Location is anywhere in AMSEA geographical region.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for all technical support related within AGS TSE. Mainly supporting technical escalations, Root cause analysis and follow up tech doc creation, system installation support , FSO improvement programs and service contract SME support.
Acts as intermediary and field escalation focal point between customer and Division by providing tech support and documentation to field engineers, technicians and product support personnel who are diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing and debugging equipment. 
Can Provide Alpha Site support to Engineering  specifically related to installation, operation, calibration, service and /or testing of a new hardware, process or software design in house or on an engineering tool
Can Provide Beta Site Support; specifically related to installation, operation, calibration, service and/or testing of a new hardware, software or processes on a customer tool. 
Can Present at customer level and has the communication skills to present at all levels within AGS and the Business Unit

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. Can effectively Manage complex conversations with key partners in the field org and business units

Qualifications

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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. 

This role is located at our Austin site (on 290 East, near Toll 130). This is a 100% onsite role, not a remote or hybrid role.

Hardware Manufacturing Customer Experience Quality Engineering position

• Develops and applies quality standards in accordance with company and customer requirements. Develops and conducts related tests.
• Designs and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and/ or production equipment.
• Develops methods and parameters, project methodology and/ or project proposals.
• Gathers operational and test data and evaluates results.
• Develops and uses procedures.  Prepares documentation for inspection/ testing procedures. Recommends corrective action for procedural, product, or process deficiencies.
• Analyze operational data – extensive analysis (~15% /week as needed) with Excel (Pivot and VLOOKUP) and Power BI; Develop and implement recommendations based on Field NC data analysis.  
• Evaluates work methods, procedures and policies. Tracks progress of qualification status, reviews reliability test results, determines disposition of non-compliant products, reviews and releases qualification packs 
• Utilizes drawings, specifications, industry standards, and sketches, adapting inspection measuring devices and procedures when necessary. Read and interpret technical drawings and specification requirements.
• Reduces qualification cycle time and cost while still meeting quality performance requirements. 
• Responsible for driving Continuous Improvement in the Quality of AMAT’s product portfolio
• Eliminate customer complaints and escalations. Participates in and may lead audits. 
• Work and demonstrate ability to closely lead multi-functional teams including but not limited to: experienced design and development engineers, Quality and Reliability engineers, Supply Chain Management teams, suppliers and technology partners in order to acquire and implement best known methodologies and deliver a better quality and customer experience than in current portfolio.
• Monitor field customer performance of product to identify issues and allow for early investigation and mitigation
• Drive investigation, capture, Root Cause Analysis, Containment, Corrective Action, Process Improvement to prevent issue recurrence, Monitor plans using statistical methods
• Conduct Quality Post-Mortem and document lessons learned reviews from current and older products to prevent recurrence of Quality issues and drive corrective actions into the next generation product portfolio
• Drive customer escalation resolution (root cause analysis, Containment, Corrective Action and Process Improvements following the 8D discipline format) to prevent recurrence of problems
• Drive Design, Quality, Reliability, lessons learned and VoC (Voice of Customer) requirements into new product designs to improve the quality and reliability of new products.
• Conduct Quality Post-Mortem and document lessons learned reviews from current and older products to prevent recurrence of Quality issues and drive corrective actions into the next generation product portfolio.
• Drive customer escalation resolution

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.
• Microsoft Office applications (Excel proficiency required), Power BI
• Drive investigation 8D/SCAR Root Cause analysis and Corrective Action, Containment, Prevention, Proliferation measures, FMEA, DMAIC, Green Belt Certified or equivalent, Analytical tools (Paretos, Histograms, Ishikawa (Six Elements), Scatter, Control charts, checklists). Prevent recurrence.
• Experience in high volume manufacturing environments
• Proven track record working and managing customer issues and suppliers Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Manage and coordinate customer PPM (Parts per Million) against supplier PPM, supplier problem solving on time, cost recovery and supplier warranty indicators
• Knowledge of Quality systems and measurements, Lean Manufacturing, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Product Part Approval Process (PPAP), PFMEA, ISO9001, Quality Assurance tools
• Undertake special projects as required
• Lead, Contribute and support continuous improvement activities
• Prepare and present reports at group meetings and internal customers
• Understanding of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment
• Planning and prioritizing activities
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Negotiation and Influencing skills
• Ability to present data effectively
• Problem-solving skills
• Team working skills
• Analytical skills
• Time management
• Understanding of cost and financial impact

Travel:

• 0– 15%

Education

• Bachelor's Degree – Engineering, Computer Science or related Engineering Technology
• Advanced Quality Certifications
• 6 - 8 + Years of Experience job related

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
• Self-motivated individual, Flexible, Adaptable. Optimistic, Self aware, Open to change
• Work mostly with minimal supervision Assertive, resilient and welcomes change and navigates through adversity
• Shows moral courage, openness and honesty in all dealings
• Engages interest and participation of others and has a collaborative approach to working with others
• Lead, support groups of technicians and engineers
• Training skills, provide guidance and coach other team members
• Supports and thrives on company values

Problem Solving

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• Innovative thinking with high level of attention to detail and from original solutions

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

Qualifications

Education:

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

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Additional Information

Time Type:

Employee Type:

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

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. 

Key Responsibilities

Ensures that warranty costs incurred by Applied Materials meet the business unit's goals, via resolution of equipment problems encountered and elimination of recurring problems.  Lead significant tasks forces to resolve systematic product gaps

Resolves customer software problems/complaints/issues, utilizing all appropriate channels.

Ensures that appropriate resources, including those of other AMAT department (e.g.,   employees, material, funds, time) are available and utilized to resolve equipment problems, and that recurrence of problems is minimized.

Ensures that chronic software problems are eliminated in the field.

Leads wide scale cross organization task forces.  Manages subordinate personnel.  Provide coaching and guidance for group members.

Ensures that customers are appraised of software technical improvements available for the installed base.

Provides software technical assistance to the manager responsible for installation of the business unit's products.

Ensures that the appropriate procedures for testing and troubleshooting systems (including PM) are developed, tested, documented and disseminated to appropriate areas.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates in-depth understanding of concepts, theories and principles in own job family and basic knowledge of other related job families

Business Expertise

• Applies understanding of the industry and how own area contributes to the achievement of objectives

Leadership

• Manages a generally homogeneous team; adapts plans and priorities to meet service and/or operational challenges

Problem Solving

• Identifies and resolves technical, operational and organizational problems 

Impact

• Impacts the level of service and the team’s ability to meet quality, volume, and timeliness objectives
• Guided by policies and resource requirements within business unit, department or sub-function

Interpersonal Skills

• Guides, influences and persuades others internally in related areas or externally

Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.

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Knowledge:

Knowledge necessary to perform job includes advanced knowledge of software and system controller engineering concepts and techniques, general knowledge of relevant software languages, intermediate knowledge of real-time control concepts, networking and operating systems. In-depth knowledge of Applied Materials systems, semiconductor manufacturing process knowledge, wafer process knowledge. Prior Applied Materials systems or Factory Automation experience required. Understanding of customer Factory Automation and APC methodology required.

Skills and Abilities:

Skills and abilities to perform job include good analytical skills. Good problem solving and ability to work in a team, ability to manage a team/project, ability to work independently. Good customer management and communication skills. Factors relating to complexity of job include customer automation knowledge, customer IP practices and complete knowledge of software on multiple semiconductor platforms, effective escalation techniques and management of team members across multiple regions. Technical skills include networking, controller, software language knowledge, system knowledge, Factory Automation knowledge.

Education and Experience:

Minimum: Knowledge and skills typically acquired by a completed BS in Science, Engineering or related technical discipline (or equivalent knowledge). 9+ years directly related experience, at least 5 years in a management role.

Qualifications

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Additional Information

Time Type:

Employee Type:

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

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. 

Key Responsibilities

Performs all standard service activities through Tier I unassisted.  Performs standard Tier II with assistance.  Able to perform routine preventative maintenance within established timeframes.  Completes quality repairs.

Responds to fab issues by communicating with other engineers and participating in escalation conference calls.  May participate in projects to reduce costs and increase uptime.

Verifies operational quality of system equipment.  Assists senior engineers as needed.

Applies diagnostic techniques and use of documentation and test equipment with assistance from senior engineers.  Ability to diagnose and resolve technical problems.  Uses training and experience to identify some process, software or hardware related system problems.

Strives to perform BKM’s.  Uses knowledge management systems.  Follows all IP guidelines.

Assumes responsibility for complete customer satisfaction within work area.  Assists in planning, communicating, and coordinating support plans with customer management.

Complies with all safety procedures and consistently demonstrates safety as a value.

Other Requirements: This is a physically demanding position that often requires extensive walking, standing for extended periods of time, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, lifting up to 35 lbs., the ability to distinguish between colors, 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.

Functional Knowledge

• Has established skills to perform a range of day-to-day activities

Business Expertise

• Understands how the assigned duties relate to others in the team and how the team integrates with others in the discipline
• Assumes responsibility for  full customer satisfaction assuring excellent relations within assigned area

Leadership

• Has no supervisory responsibilities; manages own workload

Problem Solving

• Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work area without supervisory approval; evaluates and selects solutions from established options

Impact

• Impacts own team through the quality of the services or information provided; follows standardized procedures and practices and receives regular but moderate supervision and guidance

Interpersonal Skills

• Uses communication skills to exchange information

Qualifications

Education:

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Employee Type:

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

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. 

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in or own iLine and DUV ALTA upgrades and installations.
• Work with CEs and TSEs to own level 3 escalations, or work with Engineering to address issues identified.    
• Partner with engineering to review and address Top Field Issues.  
• Develop procedures to service new products.  
• Work with Manufacturing to develop procedures and participate in product integration and final test.
• Develop and document procedures to install (start-up), retrofit and maintain the product (Technical Product Manuals)
• Develop new procedures, Service Notices (SNs), and troubleshooting guides as required
• Develop initial training package for new products and work with Global Technical Training (GTT) to develop training class.  Train Customer Engineers (CEs), and Technical Support Engineers (TSEs).
• Identify new parts that require to be stocked by AGS and work with them to recommend stocking levels and locations

Applicant should be familiar with some of the following:

• Windows, Unix, Linux, and VxWorks operating systems
• Troubleshooting electronics and understanding schematics
• Use of oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, and Time interval counters
• Aligning UV and DUV laser and optics systems
• Servo tuning
• Environmental control systems (heat exchangers, pumps, PLCs, filters, purifiers)
• Photolithography
• Data analysis and SPC
• Microsoft excel

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Education:

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Years of Experience:

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Additional Information

Time Type:

Employee Type:

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

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. 

Key Responsibilities

Ensure legacy corrective actions and Lessons Learned are captured in New Products design intent.   Contribute to the FMECA process. 

Develop new procedures and Best Known Methods (BKMs) to service new products.

Participate in Engineering Design Reviews

Partner with Quality & Reliability (Q&R) group to review and address Top Field Issues

Participate in or own CAPA process.  Conduct or facilitate Failure Analysis (FA) if needed

Drive resolution of key issues with Engineering.  Own beta site test plans and reporting

Align with Global Technical Training (GTT) on overall training plans for new products, train the trainers.

Identify new parts that require to be stocked by AGS and work with them to ensure parts are stocked in correct locations

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field 

Business Expertise

• Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services

Leadership

• May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity 

Problem Solving

• Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions

Impact

• Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view

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Qualifications

Education:

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Employee Type:

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

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. 

Overall Responsibilities:

This posting is for an Implant/VSE New Product Introduction (NPI) instructor based in Austin, TX. This position is a combination technical instructor and technical expert role on existing and new products. The position is required to work within (or in close proximity to) the business unit (BU) located in Austin, TX in order to learn the new PDP/NPI products (i.e. the new mainframes, chambers, and tools) under development by the BU, gain experience on the startup and sustaining production tasks on the tool, and develop/deliver initial classroom and hands-on training on the tool. Once the tool transitions to volume production, the NPI instructor will train up the volume instructor, who then takes over the product from a training ownership standpoint.

Position will require learning and application of that learning on three fronts – (1) training fundamentals; (2) existing products; and (3) new product training development.  Training fundamentals will cover the training methodology, tools, materials and confidence to deliver both live distance learning (LDL) and instructor led hands on (ILT) course delivery. Existing products start with basic operations and maintenance, followed by trouble shooting and diagnostics, and eventually mastery of the tool. Product training development will require content development and project management skills to help bring a new tool design from concept to reality, through the development of comprehensive training curriculum, student guides, and supporting materials and technologies.

Due to the scheduling of PDP/NPI product development, the NPI instructor will often be researching, gaining knowledge/experience, and developing/delivering for several new tools/chambers at a time, so project management, training/presentation experience, and technical acumen (mechanical, electrical, troubleshooting, etc.) of semiconductor equipment is required.

Basic breakdown of time is:

~45% learning the new tool and gaining knowledge and experience (mechanical, electrical, software, process, etc.) and developing the course materials, structure and updating of existing courses

~35% delivering training or coordinating structured factory OJT

~20% other activities

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts semiconductor equipment training needs assessment by collecting information pertaining to work procedures, workflow, and functional knowledge from the experts; understanding job-specific functions and tasks; maintains product technical knowledge sufficient to prepare and present defined product courses; disseminates new information to training and business unit staff

• Communicates with product groups to obtain current product information for course updates; manages multiple projects of diverse scope and complexity; directs project team members. Represents AGS TS at divisional meetings, external conferences, and industry task force activities

• Determines system utilization requirements by researching and testing systems

• Utilizes Technical Publications and System Product Business Groups to maximize technical documentation efficiencies; occasionally develops customized training materials per customer needs; trains others in standard course development process/Instructional System Design (ISD); ensures the correct revisions of product procedures and schematics; identifies and corrects procedural issues with the business unit

• Lead NPI training development projects with minimal support; works closely with Instructional Design (ID) team liaison to develop curriculum, schedules, exams, and other training materials, following a predefined process; develops hardware training student guides by identifying and describing information needs; using basic desktop publishing (PowerPoint and Word); submitting initial versions for review; revising and editing final copy

• Follow existing development process and guidelines set forth in our Course Development Handbook.

• Maintains safe and healthy training environment by following organization standards and legal regulations; Provides technical expertise and troubleshooting skills to assist with system repairs; ensures system functionality can support course objectives; ensures all safety retrofits are installed on the training systems

• Presents technical training in house and at customer sites; conducts training classes by presenting job-specific classroom and hands-on learning environments and opportunities; manages classroom/lab activities to ensure fulfillment of course objectives; presents and practices safety per procedure; may train during off shift and/or weekends as assigned; actively certifies others; establishes new certification requirements; Evaluates training by evaluating effectiveness of training to specific job applications

• Provides coaching and leadership to other instructors; serves as mentor to junior instructors for class delivery, technical development and certification; anticipates, prevents and resolves customer satisfaction issues.

• Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques

• Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards; demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the AGS Training Services organization and operations and the AGS organization; informs customers of additional AGS TS courses/products available; assists Marketing in building customer relationships and selling AGS TS products; analyzes customer issues/needs to determine future training opportunities; deliver training solutions for customer needs

• Maintains technical and instructional knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications, etc.

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

• Must complete and maintain Instructorship Certification within first 12 months

• Must follow strict guidelines on ensuring IP protection throughout development and delivery

• May require both domestic and international travel (up to 40%)

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor degree in engineering, education, or training, PLUS 4 years of professional semiconductor equipment experience in installation, programming, safety, maintenance, operation, troubleshooting, and repair of semiconductor machinery equipment (such as robots, programmable controllers, power supplies, pneumatics, vacuum systems, power distributions, facilities, high voltage systems, high current systems, and robot controllers), following manuals, specifications, blueprints, and schematics, and using hand tools, measuring instruments, and testing equipment

• If no Bachelor’s degree, 6 years of professional semiconductor equipment experience

• 2 years of formal or informal experience in education, performance-based training, or training/presentation delivery to external customers is desirable.

• Preferred - Nationally recognized certification in “Instructional Design” or 2 years of formal or informal experience in curriculum development and/or instructional design. Attaining Friesen, Kaye and Associates (FKA) instructional designing certification is a plus

• Preferred – Experience with AMAT Semiconductor Equipment Highly desired

Skills Required:

• Excellent communication, presentation, problem solving, teamwork and interpersonal communication skills; Resourceful, able to work and learn independently where necessary; Highly self-motivated and dedicated professional

• Presentation skills, written communication, training delivery, project/information management, self-development, presenting technical information, self-confidence, dealing with complexity, Microsoft Office skills

• Equipment use: office equipment, power supplies, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, volt meters, soldering irons, hand tools, power tools, and personal computers

• Semiconductor equipment skills: operations, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, alignments, calibrations, and system-level troubleshooting skills on analog/digital electronics

• Knowledge of MS Windows applications and computer networking a plus

• Experience in e-Learning a plus

• Experience in videography and photography a plus

• Experience in application or usage of advanced technologies (AR, VR, CGI) highly desired

Travel:

• Position requires the ability to travel for up to 40% in the first year while completing initial training and up to 30% thereafter

Relocation Eligible:

• Yes

Travel (25%) for Customer Training (worldwide) or FE training in Taiwan

Qualifications

Education:

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Years of Experience:

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Additional Information

Time Type:

Employee Type:

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

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. 

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for all technical support related aspects at a specific customer: escalations, fleet performance, system installations, improvement programs and upgrades. 

Acts as intermediary and field escalation focal point between customer and Division by providing technical support and documentation to field engineers, technicians and product support personnel who are diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing and debugging equipment. 

Provides Alpha Site support to Engineering  specifically related to installation, operation, calibration, service and /or testing of a new hardware, process or software design in house or on an engineering tool

Provides Beta Site Support; specifically related to installation, operation, calibration, service and/or testing of a new hardware, software or processes on a customer tool. 

Initiates and provides review of ECO's to ensure data supports fix and follow up with communication to the field.

Generates and presents system performance data as required. This includes performance metrics such as MTBF, MTBI and Availability. Reporting will also include process data and I/W spending analysis.

Supports GPS in the generation of documentation such as CENs and BKMs.  Creates and reviews  documentation covering technical improvements, system upgrades, and support plans.   Presents at customer level.  Ensures field implementation.  

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

Qualifications

Education:

Skills:

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Languages:

Years of Experience:

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Additional Information

Time Type:

Employee Type:

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

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. 

Key Responsibilities

1. Responsible for all technical support related aspects at a specific customer: escalations, fleet performance, system installations, improvement programs and upgrades. 
2. Acts as intermediary and field escalation focal point between customer and Division by providing technical support and documentation to field engineers, technicians and product support personnel who are diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing and debugging equipment. 
3. Provides Alpha Site support to Engineering  specifically related to installation, operation, calibration, service and /or testing of a new hardware, process or software design in house or on an engineering tool
4. Provides Beta Site Support; specifically related to installation, operation, calibration, service and/or testing of a new hardware, software or processes on a customer tool. 
5. Initiates and provides review of ECO's to ensure data supports fix and follow up with communication to the field.
6. Generates and presents system performance data as required. This includes performance metrics such as MTBF, MTBI and Availability. Reporting will also include process data and I/W spending analysis.
7. Supports GPS in the generation of documentation such as CENs and BKMs.  Creates and reviews  documentation covering technical improvements, system upgrades, and support plans.   Presents at customer level.  Ensures field implementation.  

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

• Must have experience within the semiconductor industry, knowledge of tools/equipment.
• Ideal candidate has a strong background and skill set in Etch
• Minimum of 5 years of experience performing technical support assistance to customer engineer/field service engineers: escalations, fleet performance, system installations, improvement programs, upgrades, troubleshooting, and problem solving. 

Qualifications

Education:

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Employee Type:

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

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. 

We are looking for a Software (Technical) Support Engineer to support our 200mm equipment in North America. This position requires travel to U.S. customer locations where you will conduct hardware & software upgrades to production equipment.

The ideal candidate will have hands on experience with Applied Materials 200mm or 300mm equipment and software.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand, research, and resolve internal and external application and systems issues of moderate difficulty.  Independently learn and investigate customer's high value problem (HVP), systematic bug or systematic software failures.
• Create, test, and verify installation/upgrade instructions for Applied Materials’ product releases.
• Participates in product design, testing and documentation reviews as appropriate.  Participate in user conferences.
• Provide off-hours customer support via pager and cellular telephone as scheduled. Provide telephone coverage as scheduled.
• Attend AMAT classes in designated product line and external classes for third-party software.
• Provide on-going training to customers and customer engineers (CE) for technical products and systems issues.
• Provide assistance in analysis of customer OS performance, integration and database management issues.  Deliver updates and reports to managers, partners and peers.
• Assist in training junior level engineers in departmental procedures, corporate procedures, and detailed product operation.

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates expanded conceptual knowledge in own discipline and broadens capabilities

Business Expertise

• Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work

Leadership

• No supervisory responsibilities but provides informal guidance to new team members

Problem Solving

• Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedents 

Impact

• Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations

Travel

• Up to 75% travel required to support regional customers

Experience: 200mm Applied Materials Equipment - 4+ years

• We are looking for a Software (Technical) Support Engineer to support our 200mm equipment in North America.

• This position requires travel to U.S. customer locations where you will conduct hardware & software upgrades to production equipment.

• The ideal candidate will have hands on experience with Applied Materials 200mm or 300mm equipment and software.

Qualifications

Education:

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Employee Type:

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

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. 

Key Responsibilities

Is proficient on primary toolset and demonstrates ability to acquire additional systems and applications.  Performs startup activities through Tier II with limited support.  Able to complete qualifications with minimal assistance.

Completes quality repairs.  Actively responds to fab issues by communicating with engineers in other locations and participating in escalation conference calls.  May initiate or participate in projects to drive down costs or increase uptime.    Ability to carry out action plans and report findings.  Verifies operational quality of system equipment.

Follows all checklists and procedures and ensures correct Revs of procedures and schematics are available prior to performing work.  May identify procedural issues.

Can perform most retrofits on equipment.  Assists in process issues.

Applies diagnostic techniques and the use of documentation and test equipment with assistance from senior engineers.

Assumes responsibility for  full customer satisfaction assuring excellent relations within assigned area.  Demonstrates strong interest and knowledge of the customer’s business.  Builds and maintains customer satisfaction through clear, consistent communication and the sharing of collective knowledge.  Is consistently able to operate in high pressure or ambiguous situations.  Solicits customer feedback.  Understands the impact of various actions/decisions on the account.  Is aware of potential dissatisfies and escalates as appropriate.  Develops and executes corrective action plans.

Performs BKM’s.  Actively engages in the use of knowledge management systems.  Complies with all IP guidelines.

Complies with all safety procedures and consistently demonstrates safety as a value.

Functional Knowledge

• Is skilled in a range of processes, procedures, systems and tool sets to carry out assigned tasks or has developed deep skills and knowledge of tools in a single area

Business Expertise

• Uses knowledge of how the team integrates with others to accomplish the team objectives

• Builds and maintains customer satisfaction through clear, consistent communication and the sharing of collective knowledge

Leadership

• Provides informal guidance and support to more junior team members

Problem Solving

• Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on practice and existing precedents or procedures

Impact

• Impacts the quality, timeliness and effectiveness of the team; uses discretion to modify work practices and processes to achieve results or improve efficiency

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains technical information within the team

• Laser Writer/Alta equipment focus

Qualifications

Education:

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Employee Type:

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

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. 

Qualifications

Education:

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Employee Type:

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

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. 

Manager IV, Customer/Field Service Engineer (M4)

** Experienced in semiconductor manufacturing and wafer fab equipment **

Key Responsibilities

Forecasts financial, manpower, and operational requirements for key businesses (start up, warranty, service agreements, paid service). Identifies and pursues service agreement business in conjunction with marketing and sales. Manages start ups in terms of time and cost requirements.

Manages local inventories and RMA procedure. Maintains DSO according to goal. Manages systems start up and warranty cost under reserve.

Ensures customer satisfaction with Company service and system performance. Interviews, hires, and trains customer engineers as necessary to support regional business.

Ensures employee satisfaction through:

• Communication of business progress and all related action.

• Setting goals and controlling achievements.

• Establishing training and career development plans.

Ensures the appropriate safety practices among customer engineers. Develop CE skills. Spots and develops managerial/other specialist talent.

Escalates system downs according to valid escalation procedure, to ensure earliest possible return to service. Reports in a timely and accurate manner as required. Achieves guaranteed up time and other parameters as sold to customers.

Promotes quality improvement processes to:

• Reduce cycle time

• Drive continuous improvement of technical performance 

• Empower the work force

Functional Knowledge

• Solid understanding of semiconductor manufacturing & wafer fab equipment (operational & service experience)

• Demonstrates in-depth understanding of concepts, theories and principles in own job family and basic knowledge of other related job families

Business Expertise

• Applies understanding of the industry and how own area contributes to the achievement of objectives

Leadership

• Manages a generally homogeneous team; adapts plans and priorities to meet service and/or operational challenges

Problem Solving

• Identifies and resolves technical, operational and organizational problems 

Impact

• Impacts the level of service and the team’s ability to meet quality, volume, and timeliness objectives

• Guided by policies and resource requirements within business unit, department or sub-function

Interpersonal Skills

• Guides, influences and persuades others internally in related areas or externally

Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.

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Qualifications

Education:

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Employee Type:

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

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. 

Key Responsibilities

1. Serves as liaison between the customer and the Business Unit for assigned projects, ensuring clear understanding of customer issues and delivery of applicable solutions. 
2. When necessary, works closely with customer to optimize tool performance to meet customer process and integration requirements. 
3. Checks and approves operational quality of system equipment. Instructs customers in the operation and maintenance of the system.
4. Provides highly visible customer support through the performance of on-site installation, as well as overseeing any necessary diagnoses, troubleshooting, service, and repair of complex equipment and systems. 
5. Knowledge of 3 or more processes on 1 or more technologies

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

Qualifications

Education:

Skills:

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Time Type:

Employee Type:

Travel:

Relocation Eligible:

U.S. Salary Range:

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.