Process Support Engineer IV

Who We AreApplied 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 OfferSalary: $128,000.00 - $176,000.00Location: Boise, IDYou'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 ( a Process Support Engineer (PSE), you'll play a critical role in guiding products through their entire lifecycle, from initial concept to final qualification. You will provide high‑visibility customer support through on‑site installations, system diagnoses, and the service and repair of complex systems and equipment. PSEs work closely with customers and R&D teams to develop leading‑edge processes used to manufacture advanced semiconductor chips, and create hypothesis experiments and design of experiments (DOE). You'll analyze data with statistics and compile reports with high‑level conclusions on technically challenging process engineering experiments. Additionally, you will troubleshoot complex problems, perform root cause analyses, and resolve difficult process engineering and customer product issues. Process Support Engineers work across technologies such as: Chemical Vapor Deposition, Atomic Layer Deposition, Plasma Reactive Ion Etch, Physical Vapor Deposition, Anneal and Implant.Role ResponsibilitiesDraw from your specialized expertise to provide high‑visibility customer support through on‑site installations, system diagnoses, and the service and repair of complex systems and equipmentWork closely with the customer to develop leading‑edge processes to manufacture the most advanced semiconductor chip, with equipment optimized to their needsCreate hypothesis experiments and design of experiments (DOE); analyze data with statistics; and compile reports with high‑level conclusions on technically challenging process engineering experimentsTroubleshoot complex problems; perform multiple root cause analysis; and resolve a variety of difficult process engineering and customer product issuesCommunicate with both internal stakeholders and the customer to achieve goals with a focus on building relationships and establishing trustApply your extensive knowledge of best practices to identify innovative solutionsServe as a resource for junior colleagues and a liaison between the customer and business unit; you may also lead functional teams or projectsMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in chemistry, physics, materials engineering, electrical engineering, optoelectronics or related field7-10 years of experience in the semiconductor fab or equipment industryStrong leadership skills to guide others in problem‑solvingExcellent interpersonal skills to communicate difficult concepts and explain new viewpoints to project stakeholdersCommunication proficiency in English languagePreferred QualificationsMaster's degree or PhD in a related fieldAdditional InformationTime TypeFull timeEmployee TypeAssignee / RegularTravelYes, 25% of the TimeRelocation EligibleYesThe 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr