• Process Engineer, Senior Director MTS (E7)

    Applied MaterialsSanta Clara, CA 95054

    Job #2646232878

  • Key Responsibilities

    • Interact with key customers to resolve exceptionally complex process engineering issues for the division to address our customers High Value Problems (HVP)

    • Participates in strategic planning to integrate research and development processes with both the unit and the Product Business Group's overall business plan

    • Responsible for research, development and implementation in new products and extensions or enhancements to existing product lines

    • Responsible for alpha engineering program regarding all process technology related issuesfor the division/segment

    • Responsible for alpha and beta product release for the division/segment

    • This position originates, develops and executes the most complex technical projects and influences future technology and product strategy.Involved in prioritizing technology programs and projects which may include more than one technology field.Substantial knowledge, judgment and intuition is required for those technical challenges that may not have an identified solution by customer, competitors or within industry.Works on critical complex issues that impact longer term product development and business success measured by three or more of the following: incremental revenue growth, market share increases, key customer penetrations, time to market improvement and commercial value of the work.

    • Within safety guidelines originate, design, perform, collect data, analyze and compile reports on unusually complex engineering experiments and provides solutions which are highly disruptive and ingenious.

    • Develop innovative solutions as part of substantial track record of significant technology contributions.Widely recognized internally as one of the company's top experts in their field, consult within the company to solve the most difficult technical problems. Establish credibility with key customers, the external technical community and have the ability to drive projects with customers.

    • Conceive and implement new technology, normally named as primary inventor on numerous critical patents and recognized through multiple awards and/or published papers within the last five years. Recognized by customers and/or industry forums.Decisions impact major product development programs and business success at the division/segment level. Decisions may also impact the strategic direction and R&D investment for the group or company.

    • Leads through contribution to the development of new principles and ~~~ a technical role model toApplied's technical and engineering community, this position acts as a mentor to guide less experienced engineers. Typically is involved in judging the approach and verifying the validity of technical strategies

    • Deep subject matter expert who consults with management and customers on exceptionally complex technical issues.Viewed as a company resource for specific technology and interacts with the engineering community internally and externally (where appropriate) based on business need. Represents Applied on industry boards/consortia, seen as a thought leader in area of expertise, regarded by customers and external leaders as an expert and thought leader in their field

    Functional Knowledge

    • Demonstrates a broad and comprehensive understanding of the different systems, theories and practices relevant to a discipline. The role must keep abreast of new developments in order to help define the necessary changes to policy and practice

    Business Expertise

    • Utilizes highly specialized skills to expand Applied's technology footprint or customer base or to increase operational efficiencies in support of Applied's business objectives

    • Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of the industry in order to contribute to the commercial objectives of the business. This includes enabling the business unit to differentiate itself from the competition

    Leadership

    • Leads key cross-functional project teams or initiatives. Acts as a mentor and role model to others within the organization

    Problem Solving

    • Exercises a high degree of autonomy when making decisions that impact the business unit or function deliverables

    Impact

    • Decisions impact annual goal attainment and contribute to achievement of important objectives of the business unit and may impact other external functions or groups

    Interpersonal Skills

    • Demonstrates sound communication skills to be able to modify the beliefs and opinions of other peers in the business unit.

    • Creates strong business relationships with key stakeholders to enlist their active support

    Qualifications

    Education:

    Bachelor's Degree

    Skills:

    Certifications:

    Languages:

    Years of Experience:

    15+ Years

    Work Experience:

    Additional Information

    Time Type:

    Full time

    Employee Type:

    Assignee / Regular

    Travel:

    Yes, 10% of the Time

    Relocation Eligible:

    Yes

    U.S. Salary Range:

    $192,000.00 - $264,000.00

    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.