EPG Manufacturing Engineer II - (E2)

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

Location:

Tainan,TWN

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. 

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About EPG (Equipment Product Group)

Equipment Product Group (EPG) is a business unit within Applied Materials' WWO (Worldwide Operations) organization. EPG focuses on the manufacturing, refurbishment, upgrade, and lifecycle support of semiconductor equipment, particularly 200mm and legacy platforms. The team works closely with global customers to improve equipment productivity, extend tool life, and support growing markets.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Role requires technical knowledge and experience of EPG 200mm product and structure.

• Solve complex technical challenges to enable stable, high-volume manufacturing and drive design improvements that ensure product reliability.

• Partner closely collaboration with cross-functional team to ramp up manufacturing capabilities for building, integration and testing modules and establish robust manufacturing processes. Including highlight & key focus, project and priorities to support manufacturing performances.  

• Excellent reading & understanding of the manufacturing drawings. Use basic engineering and design 3D modeling tool (DFx/Solid works/Pro-E/AutoCAD/Inventor) principles to estimate and reduce manufacturing and/or product costs, and to improve product quality 

• Determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements 

• Determine root causes and corrective actions for issues that arise during assembly or system testing; perform Process Failure Mode & Effects Analysis; and provide reports as needed 

• Develop and maintain Manufacturing / Material Specification doc’s release/updates as needed.

• Collaborate with design engineering teams and suppliers to ensure effective design-for-manufacturability and strong supplier process capability aligned with product requirements.

• Microsoft office, SAP, Engineering Change Order experience required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

• 2-4 years of engineering experience in the semiconductor industry. Applied Materials tool experience with hardware expert is preferred.

• Tool: MDP and ETCH is plus

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong conceptual knowledge and technical experience for everyday problem-solving on the job   

• Solid interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly explain complex information to others  

Physical Requirements:
This position may require standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools.  Additionally, because this position also may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required. 

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

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.