Systems Engineer IV (E4)

Systems Engineer IV   

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 the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future.  

What We Offer 

Location: Onsite; Santa Clara, CA   

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 Systems Engineer, you’ll be designing, integrating, and optimizing complex systems that drive the semiconductor industry forward. Your expertise in systems thinking and problem-solving will be essential as you collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop advanced solutions to intricate processes. You’ll be responsible for analyzing requirements, defining system architectures, conducting thorough testing, and ensuring seamless integration of subsystems. Additionally, you’ll identify and mitigate risks, ensuring that our systems meet the highest quality standards and exceed customer expectations.  

Role Responsibilities:   

• Lead and/or develop and execute complex projects that have a substantial mix of electrical, mechanical, physics, algorithms, and software design; attend design reviews and provide input to meet market requirement specifications (MRS) and hardware/software specifications.   

• Coordinate with project marketing and management to understand system requirements 

• Lead architecture brainstorming meetings and drive the systems process to down select to a final architecture of a top-level system 

• Write detailed specifications that cover all aspects of subsystem modules including interfaces to the product by using systems analysis to create a diagram 

• Create concepts for complex architectural design approaches   

• Lead team evaluations of architectures to provide recommendation for best system solution approach. Provide feedback on variety of components and modules. 

• Identify and troubleshoot a range of complex engineering problems in field of technical expertise, including serviceability and manufacturability. 

• Support System Integration during the assembly and final testing of new product designs. 

• Interface with groups to workout design, systems architecture development, and integration issues. 

• Define all equipment interfaces and systems architecture and insure they are up to date and documented. 

• Work with vendors to develop new competitive products, including development of key suppliers. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree 

• 7-10 years of experience 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sensor / camera and integration engineering experience

• Background in optics and electrical engineering