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

Location:

Chengdu,CHN, Hefei,CHN

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As 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 (DOEs). 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 Responsibilities: 

• Provide high-visibility customer support through on-site installations, system diagnoses, and the service and repair of complex systems and equipment 
• Work closely with the customer to develop leading-edge processes used to manufacture the most advanced semiconductor chips, many of which are inside everyday electronic devices 
• Create hypothesis experiments and design of experiments (DOE); analyze data with statistics; and compile reports with high-level conclusions on technically challenging process engineering experiments 
• Troubleshoot complex problems; perform multiple root cause analysis; and resolve a variety of difficult process engineering and customer product issues  
• Communicate with both internal stakeholders and the customer to achieve goals with a focus on building relationships and establishing trust 
• Apply your growing knowledge of best practices to offer a new perspective using existing solutions  
• Serve as a resource for junior colleagues and a liaison between the customer and business unit; you may also lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry/ physics, materials engineering, electrical engineering, optoelectronics or related field 
• 4–7 years of experience in the semiconductor fab or equipment industry  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to explain sensitive information and work to build consensus among project stakeholders 
• Communication proficiency in English language

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field  

• Master's degree or above in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Semiconductor Engineering, or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in ALD process development, optimization, or manufacturing support.
• Strong understanding of thin film deposition fundamentals and ALD reaction mechanisms.
• Experience with process characterization tools such as XRR, Ellipsometry, SEM, TEM, XPS, FTIR, or related metrology techniques.
• Experience in DOE, SPC, and statistical data analysis.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to travel domestically as required.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 75% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

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.