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 ofscience and engineering to make possiblethe next generations of technology join us to Make Possible a Better Future.
What We Offer
Salary:
$96000.00 - $132000.00
Location:
GloucesterMA
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Job Summary:
The Automation & Technology Solution Engineer will lead the design integration and deployment of advanced automation systems for Applied Materials centralized warehouse. This role ensures scalable efficient and cost-effective solutions that align with the companys long-term growth strategy and operational excellence goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect and implement automation solutions for warehouse operations.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with IT logistics manufacturing and customer service teams.
- Provide ongoing support and maintenance for deployed systems.
- Advance automation with Smart Vision and RFID-based transactions.
- Establish quality metrics at automated audit stations to drive operational excellence.
- Train staff on new technologies and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Manage SAP and automation roadmaps prioritizing high-value programs.
- Lead medium to large-scale projects ensuring alignment with scope timeline and budget.
- Ensure adherence to GIS project management change control and service standards.
Functional & Business Expertise:
- Deep knowledge of automation technologies and SAP integration.
- Ability to interpret business challenges and recommend best practices.
- Experience in managing cross-functional teams and complex technical projects.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to develop innovative solutions.
- Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering Automation or a related field.
- Proven experience in warehouse automation and systems integration.
- Proficiency with automation technologies robotics and control systems.
- Strong understanding of warehouse operations processes and optimization.
- Experience with programming languages relevant to automation (e.g. Python PLC programming ).
- Software Knowledge: CAD SmartSheet Tableau Excel Minitab/JMP SAP Creo Visio
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively with operations and engineering teams
- Six Sigma Certification: Green Belt or Black Belt
Impact & Interpersonal Skills:
- Influences operational and customer outcomes through automation strategy.
- Communicates complex concepts and negotiates across teams and stakeholders.
- Viewed as a consultant and technical leader by internal and external partners.
Objectives:
- Support Future Growth: Ensure automation systems are scalable for increased volume and complexity.
- Reduce Non-Value-Added Activities: Automate repetitive tasks to boost efficiency.
- Drive Down Operational Costs: Minimize labor and error-related costs through automation.
Benefits:
- Increased operational efficiency and reduced cycle times.
- Significant cost savings through labor optimization and error reduction.
- Scalable systems that support business expansion.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction via faster more accurate order processing.
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
Experience Required:
47 years
Education:
Bachelors Degree in Engineering Computer Science or related field
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
Yes
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 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.
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