Controls Systems Engineer, Linux, EPICS, DCS, SCADA III

Applied Materials

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Work type: On-site
Location: Benicia, CA
Salary: $120,000–$165,000 / yr
Posted: 64 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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This role $142k

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Applied Materials is the world''s largest supplier of equipment, services, and software for the semiconductor and display industries, enabling the production of chips and advanced displays. Industry: Semiconductor Equipment

Applied Materials currently has 128 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Controls Systems Engineer, Linux, EPICS, DCS, SCADA III

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Controls/Systems Engineer, (Linux / EPICS / DCS/SCADA Focus) III (E3) joins a team focused on advanced controls, Linux system administration, and distributed control systems supporting complex instrumentation platforms. The role involves designing, integrating, and optimizing systems for the semiconductor industry by gathering requirements, defining architectures, and ensuring seamless subsystem integration. Day-to-day responsibilities include administering Linux-based environments including servers and containers, developing EPICS IOCs and operator interfaces using Phoebus or CSS, and implementing automation via Ansible. The candidate will manage distributed control architectures, perform system validation, and troubleshoot hardware interface integrations. Required skills include proficiency in Python, Bash, and Git, along with experience in networking and cybersecurity for control systems. The work involves solving technical challenges related to large-scale instrumentation platforms and developing scalable infrastructure within a high-tech manufacturing environment.

Skills

Linux EPICS DCS SCADA Ansible Python Bash Git Docker Kubernetes Proxmox VMware Virtualization Containers Networking Cybersecurity Real-time Systems Phoebus CSS

What you'll do

Gather and document system requirements while maintaining version-controlled designs.
Administer Linux-based control environments including servers, IOCs, and containers.
Lead the development, deployment, and maintenance of EPICS or DCS/SCADA systems.
Design and integrate distributed control architectures for complex instrumentation platforms.
Develop EPICS IOCs and operator interfaces using Phoebus or CSS.
Implement automation for system management using tools like Ansible.
Monitor system performance, reliability, and cybersecurity protocols.
Perform system validation, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure high quality standards.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience with Linux system administration including servers, IOCs, and containers.
Experience with EPICS or similar DCS/SCADA frameworks.
Proficiency in Python or Bash scripting.
Experience with automation tools such as Ansible.
Knowledge of networking and distributed systems.
Experience with Git and version control.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.