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Mechanical Design for Excellence (DFX) Engineer - Santa Clara, CA
Mechanical Design for Excellence (DFX) Engineer - Santa Clara, CA-March 2024
Santa Clara
Mar 29, 2026
About Mechanical Design for Excellence (DFX) Engineer - Santa Clara, CA

  Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new semiconductor chip in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible the technology shaping the future.

  Inside our company, we apply the idea of make possible as we work together. We value our people and teams who turn possibilities into reality by advancing our strategy, accomplishing great things and empowering others. We are deeply committed to fostering a Culture of Inclusion where every person knows they belong, feels empowered to bring their whole self to work, and is inspired to grow.

  Our Mechanical Design for Excellence (DFX) Engineers play a critical role in enabling our product and customer’s success. In this role, you will partner with our globally recognized R&D teams while working directly with Common Engineering and Center of Excellence Teams to develop solutions that power the semiconductor industry. Mechanical Engineers work across technologies such as: Chemical Vapor Deposition, Atomic Layer Deposition, Plasma Reactive Ion Etch, Physical Vapor Deposition, Anneal and Implant.

  Responsibilities

  Perform engineering design and analysis under general supervision

  Apply knowledge of and the ability to incorporate Design for Excellence (DFx) best practices to optimize product cost, quality, and manufacturing cycle time

  Analyze complex designs to ensure components and assemblies are manufacturable and producible

  Solicit input from suppliers on manufacturability and producibility improvements on designs

  Participate in cross-functional teams to develop manufacturability and assembly-related BKMs

  Design or modify mechanical engineering layouts/schematics and/or detailed drawings/specifications of moderate scope under general supervision

  Perform and document engineering tests under general supervision

  Generate related documentation, model and drawing for product release under general supervision

  Coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components/equipment and identify sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve moderately complex technical issues

  Troubleshoot a variety of mechanical problems of moderate difficultly under general supervision

  Implement concepts of moderate product issues and mechanical solutions of moderate difficulty

  May be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of custom mechanical tooling, fixturing, and associated processes to enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle

  The Mechanical DFX Engineer role is a broad, career-growth foundation. Your quick exposure to Applied Materials’ tools and technologies, internal operations and customer requirements can lead to future opportunities in technical program management, manufacturing engineering, customer and supplier account management, product, and technology development, as well as field service.

  Qualifications

  Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Robotic, or related field

  Good academic standing with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale

  Strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on building trust

  Exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

  Explains difficult or sensitive information and works to build consensus

  Able to solve problems creatively and analytically

  Flexible and adaptable mindset

  Thrive in a results-driven culture

  Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.

  Qualifications

  Education:

  Bachelor's Degree (Required), Doctorate Degree, Master's Degree

  Skills:

  Certifications:

  Languages:

  Years of Experience:

  Up to 1 Year

  Work Experience:

  Additional Information

  Time Type:

  Full time

  Employee Type:

  New College Grad

  Travel:

  Yes, 20% of the Time

  Relocation Eligible:

  Yes

  U.S. Salary Range:

  $88,000.00 - $121,000.00

  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 committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.

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