As an Electrical Engineer at Applied Materials in Austin, TX, you will join a dynamic team focused on new product development from concept to release. Your role involves designing and troubleshooting electrical systems, generating test reports, and developing innovative solutions for various projects such as ion implantation and chemical vapor deposition equipment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, software, and physics engineers, and be responsible for coordinating component procurement and resolving technical issues to ensure optimal performance. Ideal candidates possess expertise in general electrical skills like power distribution design and EMI/EMC mitigation, along with controls skills such as motor tuning and real-time control algorithm development using tools like MATLAB and Python. Additionally, strong collaboration, hands-on experimentation, and a passion for continuous learning are essential.
Skills
Python
MATLAB
C
C++
Delta Tau
CGMA
CGA
EMI/EMC mitigation designs
Motor and encoder sizing and selection
Motion controls
Real time controls algorithms
Control system techniques
Modelling and simulation
Controls hardware/systems
What you'll do
Design and modify electrical or electronic engineering assemblies to support technology advancements.
Perform engineering analysis and generate test reports for product releases.
Coordinate procurement and assembly of components for technical projects.
Resolve complex technical issues to ensure equipment performs at optimal levels.
Develop innovative solutions using critical thinking skills in new product development.
Conduct experiments and testing to validate performance of designs and controls methods.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science
Experience with electrical engineering design including AC/DC power and signal distribution
Proficiency in motor and encoder sizing, selection, and drive tuning
Ability to develop real-time control algorithms and mathematical models of mechanical systems
Knowledge of EMI/EMC mitigation designs and safety requirements for electrical systems
Collaborative skills working in cross-functional teams including hands-on development and testing
Willingness to learn new technologies and programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, C/C++
Market check
Salary context
This
$148,000–$203,500
range sits above
66%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$115,600–$193,400
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$126,800–$185,400
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 239 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
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
65 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$141,000–$193,500
across 65 roles with salary data.
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SEMI
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