Manager V, Physicist/Scientist

Applied Materials

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Work type
On-site
Location
Billerica, MA
Salary
$156,000–$214,500 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
46 days ago
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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 337 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Manager V, Physicist/Scientist

Manager V, Physicist/Scientist leads a team of engineers and scientists to invent and test novel subsystems for the electrochemical processing of wafers and panels in semiconductor equipment. The role involves driving the development of hardware, automation, fluid, and process subsystems for automated wet process tools. Key responsibilities include identifying future market needs, conducting literature reviews, and managing iterative engineering design and experimental testing. The position requires expertise in electrochemical processes like electroplating, etching, rinsing, and drying. Candidates must utilize computer modeling tools including COMSOL, Matlab, CFD, and FEA codes. The work focuses on solving technical challenges in semiconductor wet process tools, specifically addressing customer electroplating requirements for next-generation applications while coordinating with electrical, mechanical, and controls engineers to ensure integrated process performance.

What you'll do

  • Lead a team of engineers and scientists to invent and test novel subsystems for electrochemical processing of wafers and panels.
  • Manage the iterative loop of literature review, engineering design, and experimental testing for new semiconductor equipment.
  • Identify future market requirements and develop technologies to meet those needs.
  • Drive the use of computer modeling tools including COMSOL, Matlab, CFD, and FEA codes to guide design work.
  • Lead the development of hardware, automation, fluid, and process subsystems for automated semiconductor wet process tools.
  • Coordinate the development of process requirements in PIDs and software specifications with the software team.
  • Work with patent counsel to draft and implement intellectual property filings.
  • Manage multiple project teams and coordinate with other business groups to set organizational priorities and allocate resources.

What we're looking for

  • PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or Physics.
  • 10 or more years of experience in the Semiconductor Equipment industry.
  • Familiarity with wet chemical and electroplating processing equipment.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability and management experience.
  • Deep knowledge of electrochemical processes, including electroplating, etching, rinsing, and drying.
  • Simulation experience using multi-physics analysis such as Comsol and Ansys.
  • Expertise in electrochemical process engineering and wet chemical processing.
  • Electroplating experience (preferred).

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