New College Grad - Mechanical Engineer III - PhD (2027 Summer Cohort)

What You’ll Do

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, working with a team of talented professionals to solve complex problems. You’ll leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to design and optimize mechanical devices, machines, and systems. You will take on exciting challenges, from conducting research and analyzing data to creating detailed technical drawings and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations. Your keen eye for detail and commitment to excellence will enable you to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, making a tangible impact on the success of our projects.

# Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by October 30th, 2026. Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection.

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Role Responsibilities:

• Design or modify basic mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, or drawings/specifications under direct supervision

• Coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects; identify sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve basic technical issues

• Perform and document engineering test reports; generate alpha/gamma documentation for product releases

• Perform engineering analysis; troubleshoot a variety of mechanical problems of general difficulty under direct supervision

• Apply engineering processes to resolve basic mechanical problems

• Help to design, develop, and implement custom mechanical tooling, fixturing and associated processes

• Enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle, as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field

• Familiarity with the basic theories and concepts of mechanical engineering

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ideal candidates will be available to start full time and participate in our Semiconductor Product Group's New College Graduate training cohort in July 2027

• Experience in semiconductor fab or equipment industry

## Qualifications

### Education:

Doctorate Degree

### Skills

### Certifications:

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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, 10% of the Time

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### Relocation Eligible:

Yes

### Referral Payment Plan:

None

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.