Who We Are
Applied Materials is a 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 push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
What We Offer
Salary:
$140000.00 - $192500.00Location:
Santa ClaraCAYoull 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 possiblewhile learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.
At Applied Materials we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. Were 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.
Key Responsibilities
Review and approve supplier welding procedures for Applied Materials products and applications
Helps to establish best-known practices to establish and improve welding processes in the fabrication supply base
Leads quality problem resolutions and incident management drive root cause and corrective actions at suppliers
Supports supplier technical audit process and evaluates supplier performance and capability. Supports supplier selection to develop a supply base that provides a competitive advantage in quality value/cost delivery and technology
Supports new product development/introduction by reviewing process specifications engineering drawing and first article inspections to ensure integrity and clarity. Develops supplier capability to meet these requirements
Provides training and mentoring to internal teams on fabrication processes and the supplier audit/evaluation process
Travel required both domestic and International typically 30% to 50% as needed.
Functional Knowledge
Ability to audit welding procedures for code compliance and evaluate their functionality and effectiveness for the application
Substantial experience in aluminum stainless and carbon steel welding with some knowledge in machining and fabrication. Knowledge of AWS codes and standards is required.
Knowledgeable in fabrication methods used to meet cleanliness requirements for the semiconductor tool industry (Recommended)
Willingness to develop technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: metal finishing (e. g. plating anodization ENP) precision cleaning or chemical analysis methods.
Problem Solving
Solves complex technical problems that have a broad impact on the business.
Understanding and use of various problem-solving methodologies such as 8D six sigma etc.
Willingness to learn and be flexible in problem-solving approaches.
Leadership
Align project objectives to requirements of both internal and external customers.
May lead project teams with moderate resource requirements risk and/or complexity to achieve milestone and objectives
Keeps commitments while executing on multiple projects.
Negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view
Communication Skills
Communicates technical concepts effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
Experience and Education
7 years of experience in welding processes (GTAW GMAW EBW LBW etc.) and thermal cutting processes required.
Experience with manual semi-automated and automated welding processes and systems.
Must possess a strong knowledge of metallurgy of steels testing of materials and heat treatments.
Experience with brazing process (VB FB TB etc.) on aluminum and stainless steel preferred
Certified Welding Inspector (AWS D1. 1 or ASME B31. 3) preferred.
One or more of the following certifications:
CWI (Certified Welding Inspector)
CWS (Certified Welding Supervisor)
CWE (Certified Welding Educator)
ASNT ACCP Level I II or III
CWEng (Certified Welding Engineer)
Bachelors Degree Masters Degree in welding mechanical industrial manufacturing engineering or equivalent education and working experience related discipline
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes 25% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
YesThe 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.
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.
Required Experience:
IC
Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions for the semiconductor, flat panel display and solar photovoltaic (PV) industries.