Mechanical Design Engineer

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the worlds technology.

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Role Responsibilities:

• Technical Expertise

Independently identify, diagnose, and resolve complex mechanical tooling and fixture challenges with minimal supervision.Demonstrated handson proficiency in UG/NX for 3D modeling, detailed design, and drafting.Perform detailed engineering analyses on mechanical systems, tooling, and fixtures, providing recommendations based on sound engineering principles.Develop, design, and modify layouts, drawings, and specifications for mechanical systems and tooling of advanced technical scope.Implement innovative concepts and solutions to address complex product issues and mechanical design challenges.

Tooling Fixture Design Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement custom mechanical tooling and fixturing for manufacturing, assembly, disassembly, repair, inspection, and handling operations.Establish tooling and process standards across manufacturing or operational workflows to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.Drive continuous improvement through process analysis, identifying optimization opportunities in tooling, methods, and engineering workflows.

Testing Documentation

Define test requirements, coordinate execution, and document engineering test plans and reports for tooling and mechanical systems.Prepare, review, and approve detailed engineering documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal standards.

Project Leadership Cross-Functional Collaboration

Technically lead or independently execute mechanical design and tooling projects from concept through implementation.Develop and collaborate with key suppliers; create and validate mechanical product specifications and tooling requirements.Interpret and communicate complex or sensitive technical information clearly and professionally to cross-functional teams.Build alignment and consensus across engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and leadership teams regarding tooling solutions and engineering decisions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• 8-12 years of experience
• Demonstrated experience with CAD software, sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods, GDT, and/or Design for Excellence principle

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the Applied Materials product life cycle, including prototyping, packaging, material selection and manufacturing methods

Preferred:

• Any SPM back ground

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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.