Advanced RF Systems Designer (SANTA CLARA)

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. Santa Clara,CA 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. 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. As an Electrical Engineer, you are responsible for designing, modifying, and troubleshooting electrical or electronic engineering assemblies, layouts, schematics, and drawings to advance the equipment that supports our technology. Using your technical experience and critical thinking skills, you will perform engineering analysis, generate test reports, develop innovative solutions, and create documentation for product releases. You will also coordinate the procurement and assembly of components, identify sources of critical parts, and resolve technical issues to ensure peak performance. General Profile Will work in a Technology group that takes input from Process teams and develops design requirements for the Engineering group and suppliers for RF and other power delivery to an etch processing chamber. Eventually will lead project teams to achieve milestones and objectives. Competencies: Working knowledge of electromagnetic theory and basic RF system design (RF generation, RF match or RF filters). Participate in design reviews, validate designs, test & validate modules, select components, grounding & shielding design, write & review technical documentation. Will need to learn how to run the plasma etch tool, will also learn AMAT Product Development Life Cycle, and Project Management. Run tests in the lab to assess power delivery performance, trouble shoot problems, and perform Concept & Feasibility tests for possible improvements 2. Technical lead and/or execute engineering projects and spearhead research and development of new technologies, as appropriate 4. Specify and/or perform engineering analysis of complex scope 6. Interface with internal and external customers regarding complex electrical issues to address customers High Value Problems (HVP) for a range of products 7. Define, coordinate, perform and document engineering tests Functional Knowledge Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines Business Expertise Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements Problem Solving Solves complex problems; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information Impact Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies Interpersonal Skills Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or similar field 7-10 years of experience in a related field Preferred Qualifications: M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or similar field Extensive experience with project management and the Applied Materials product development life cycle Demonstrated experience leading teams Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible: Yes 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. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, na