Process Engineer III

Key Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyze complex engineering experiments to evaluate hardware performance; compile detailed technical reports
• Perform hardware characterization across advanced systems, modules, and sub-systems
• Troubleshoot complex hardware issues, conduct root cause analysis (RCA), and implement effective corrective actions
• Lead qualification of modules and sub-modules, including defining validation strategies and executing test plans
• Develop and analyze data for advanced hardware technologies and new product concepts
• Define, coordinate, and perform engineering tests; generate accurate and comprehensive test reports with limited supervision
• Integrate and deploy new hardware technologies, products, and analytical instrumentation into development and manufacturing environments
• Collaborate cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure product performance and reliability
• Serve as a technical mentor to junior engineers and contribute to knowledge-sharing across the team
• Lead small project teams or technical initiatives as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field
• 4–7 years of experience in hardware engineering, product development, or system characterization
• Strong hands-on experience with hardware testing, debugging, and data analysis
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and drive solutions to closure

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with hardware validation, reliability testing, or system integration
• Strong understanding of industry best practices in hardware design and testing
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation (e.g., oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, DAQ systems, thermal analysis tools)
• Knowledge of product lifecycle processes and how hardware development integrates with manufacturing and quality functions
• Ability to understand business drivers, market demands, and competitive landscape

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Hands-on hardware debugging expertise
• Excellent technical communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and lead initiatives with minimal supervision
• Strong collaboration and team leadership capabilities

## Qualifications

### Education:

Bachelor's Degree

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### Years of Experience:

4 - 7 Years

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## Additional Information

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### Shift:

10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America)

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### Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

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### Relocation Eligible:

No

### Referral Payment Plan:

Employee Referral (Standard)

U.S. Salary Range:

$124,000.00 - $171,000.00

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.