Hardware/Product Development Engineer, PLM - (E5)

About the position 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 of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible a Better Future. Responsibilities • Owns product change management (PCM) and control. • Initiate and develop CIPs (Continuous Improvement Programs) for Epi and FEP product and service. • Owns service technology roadmap and implementation in the field including CIP parts qualification, replacements, alternative vendors and cost reduction. • Facilitates Intercompany communication to align on product strategies, provide guidance on pricing, spare level contents. • Support or Lead as necessary effort and coordination between various intercompany groups (such as operations, Engineering and Global Program Management) to achieve divisional cost targets and improve operational metrics. • Relook at our Product Structure and service strategy. • Manage strategic vendor issues. Requirements • Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in EPI or FEB required. • Subject matter expert in EPI (Epitaxy) or FEP (Front End Products). • Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree, specifically in an engineering discipline. • Must be located and/or willing to relocate to Santa Clara, CA. Benefits • Comprehensive benefits package. • Participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job