Applied Early Career Program Field Service Engineer
Phoenix, NM - USA
Job Summary
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:
$27.00 - $37.40Location:
AustinTX BoiseID ChandlerAZ Dallas-RichardsonTX HillsboroOR PhoenixAZYoull 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.
As a Field Service Engineer Customer Engineer at Applied Materials you serve as the direct liaison with customers collaborating closely to install maintain and upgrade equipment. Youll use digital analytics for troubleshooting and apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess and address technical issues. Your responsibilities include performing preventative and corrective maintenance on various systems such as electrical vacuum mechanical plasma hydraulic and gas systems. Additionally youll coordinate and communicate directly with customers to ensure smooth operations and exceptional service.WhatYoullDo
Early Career / New Graduate Opportunity
As aField Service Engineer (Customer Engineer)youlllaunch your engineering career by working hands-on withcutting-edgesemiconductor equipment while partnering directly with supported by experienced mentors and a structured training program as you grow your technical skills and confidence.
In this roleyoullcollaborate with senior engineers to installmaintain and upgrade Applied Materials equipment at customer work closely with internal teams to continuously improve processes and deliver exceptional service. This isa great opportunityfor recent graduates who enjoy problem-solving working with advanced technology and learning something new every day.
Why Applied Materials
Applied Materials is at the heart of the rapidly growing semiconductor industry which powers todays most important technologiesfrom AI and cloud computing to electric vehicles and renewable energy. As global demand for chips continues to rise the industry is investing heavily in new technology and talent making now a great time to start your career.
At Applied Materials youll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge equipment while building highly sought-after technical skills. We invest in training mentorship and long-term career growth giving new graduates the opportunity to grow alongside an industry thats shaping the future.
Theres no better time to get started.
If youre ready to turn your education into realworld impact and launch your career in a highgrowth industry apply now and grow with Applied Materials.
Your Training & Development
At Applied Materials were committed to your success with a structured 68 month training program that prepares you from day one including:
- Classroom trainingto build foundational technical knowledge
- Hands-on lab trainingwith real equipment
- On-the-job trainingalongside experienced Field Service Engineers
This structured program is designed to help you transition from student to professional and gain the skills needed to work independently in the field.
Role Responsibilities
- Partner with Senior Field Service Engineers to installmaintain and upgrade customer equipment
- Learn to use digital analytics and tools to troubleshoot technical issues
- Apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess equipment performance with mentorship and guidance
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical vacuum mechanical plasma hydraulic and gas systems (training provided)
- Communicate directly with customers in a professional and supportive manner
- Follow safety quality and process guidelines while working in customer environments
- Take onadditionalprojects and responsibilities as you grow in the role
Career Growth Opportunities
This role offersclear career progressionwithin Applied Materials. As you gain experience anddemonstrateproficiencyyoullhave opportunities to:
- Advance to higher-level Field Service Engineer roles
- Specialize in advanced tools or technologies
- Take on mentorship leadership or technical expert responsibilities
- Explore cross-functional career paths within engineering operations or training
Applied Materials is committed to developing early-career talent and supporting long-term career growth.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree recent college graduate military technical training trade certification or equivalent hands-on experience
- Basic mechanical aptitude and interest in technical systems
- Willingness to learn and read electrical and mechanical schematics
- Ability to diagnose and solve basic technical problems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint
- Valid drivers license and ability to obtain a passport ifrequiredfor travel
- Ability to meet on-site safety environmental and customer requirements
Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)
- 12 years of experience in a technical field service or customer support role (internships welcome)
- Associate degree in electronics engineering technology or a related field(bachelors degree preferred)
- Exposure to pneumatics hydraulics electronics vacuum systems or thermodynamics
- Familiarity with hand tools and basic test equipment including digital multimeters
Learn more about the Field Service Engineering Roles at Applied Materials
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Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes 20% 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
About Company
Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions for the semiconductor, flat panel display and solar photovoltaic (PV) industries.