This role pays less than
59%
of similar roles. Most pay
$129,000–$180,700
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$148k
versus about
$155k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About Applied Materials
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.
Listed pay typically runs
$132,750–$182,500
across 128 roles with salary data.
The Electrical Engineer joins the Platform Center of Excellence Controls Hardware Team to drive the selection, integration, validation, and deployment of industrial I/O and control system technologies for advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment. This role involves developing scalable control system solutions, defining architecture for distributed I/O platforms, and managing technical relationships with automation suppliers. The engineer will work on machine control systems, functional safety technologies, and industrial networking to improve reliability and standardization across the product portfolio. Key technical requirements include expertise in EtherCAT, Beckhoff, DDI, PLC-based controls, and remote I/O modules. Candidates must possess skills in troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and hardware validation. The role addresses the complex challenge of creating robust, high-performance control architectures for semiconductor manufacturing while ensuring compliance with safety standards and managing component lifecycle risks across multiple product lines.
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Analog Control
Digital Control
PID Control
Power Distribution
EtherCAT
RS232
RF Power
Motion Control
PCAD
ORCAD
ZUKEN
AutoCAD
Spice
ADS
HFSS
Network Sniffers
Protocol Analyzers
EtherCAT
Beckhoff
TwinCAT
Electrical Architecture
Power Distribution
Industrial Automation
OrCAD
Zuken
AutoCAD Electrical
EMC/EMI Design
Machine Safety
SEMIC
UL
CE
IEC
NFPA-79
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System Integration
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C++
Python
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Data Transfer
Electrical Engineering
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C++
Python
MATLAB
Printed Circuit Board
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Debugging
Oscilloscope
Power Management
Systems Design
New Product Development