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Process Engineer

Applied Materials · Santa Clara, CA1mo agoverified 34 min ago
$124k – $171k

BS-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $111k (555 that show pay).

Design and optimize semiconductor/display and AR-glasses manufacturing processes; characterize films and hardware

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Why it is interesting. Inkjet/droplet-dynamics process work on AR glasses plus semiconductor film characterization, with named R&D partners.

Might not be for you. Hardware/process engineering rather than polymer formulation; 4-7 years required, so not for early-career.

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Adjacent materials rolemeasure film properties; thermal treatment of various resin materials; inkjet process (or droplet dynamics)

H-1B filings

Applied Materials filed 225 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Process Engineer, Process Support Engineer, Mechanical Engineer. Median filed pay: $148K a year.

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Seniority
Mid-level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Experience
4–7 yrs
Industry
Semiconductor
Role
Process Engineering
Relocation
Offered
Materials
resin materialsthin films74 roles
Benefits
stock award programrelocation assistance

Role details

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 world’s technology.

What We Offer

Salary:

$124,000.00 - $171,000.00

Location:

Santa Clara,CA

You’ll 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.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. 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.

As a Process Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor manufacturing technologies. You will collect and analyze data, perform hardware characterization, and troubleshoot engineering issues. You'll also measure film properties, generate technical documentation, and engage with customers to resolve concerns. Process Engineers collaborate with vendors and suppliers, and become familiar with implementing new technologies and products.

You will experiment, learn, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the semiconductor and display industries, partnering with our globally recognized R&D teams on state-of-the-art research and development projects.

As a Process Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for augmented reality (AR) glasses. You will collect and analyze data, perform hardware characterization, and troubleshoot engineering issues. You'll also engage with cross-functional collaborations to co-develop new technologies at a fast pace. You will experiment, learn, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the AR industries, partnering with our globally recognized R&D teams on state-of-the-art research and development projects.

Role Responsibilities

  • Design, collect data, analyze, and compile reports on difficult process engineering experiments
  • Perform hardware characterization on a variety of difficult systems
  • Troubleshoot complex problems, perform Root Cause Analysis, and resolve a variety of difficult process engineering issues
  • Generate internal documentation for products, presentations, and technical reports
  • Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver results in a complex environment.
  • Identify, select, and partner with vendors and suppliers
  • Implement new technology, products, and analytical instrumentation
  • Serve as a resource for junior colleagues; lead project teams, as needed

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field
  • 4-7 years of related experience
  • Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in complex problem solving

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of inkjet process (or droplet dynamcis) is a big plus.
  • Experience with thermal treatment of various resin materials.

Functional Knowledge

  • Demonstrates expanded conceptual knowledge in own discipline and broadens capabilities

Business Expertise

  • Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work

Leadership

  • No supervisory responsibilities but provides informal guidance to new team members

Problem Solving

  • Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedents

Impact

  • Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

  • Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations

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 members. In 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.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at [email protected], or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Process Engineer role at Applied Materials?

The listed annual base salary range is $124K–$171K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does Applied Materials sponsor H-1B visas?

Applied Materials has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Process Engineer role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Process Engineer role at Applied Materials based?

This role is based in Santa Clara, CA.

What degree is required for the Process Engineer role at Applied Materials?

This role requires a BS.

How many years of experience does this Process Engineer role require?

The posting calls for 4–7 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Process Engineer role work with?

resin materials, thin films.

What techniques or methods are required for this Process Engineer role?

film property measurement, hardware characterization.