Process Engineer III – Optical Device Assembly

Applied Materials

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On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$124,000–$171,000 / yr
Posted
6 days ago
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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

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TL;DR · Process Engineer III – Optical Device Assembly

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Join our dynamic team as a Process Engineer with 1–5 years of experience to drive the development and scaling of optical and opto-mechanical assembly processes for camera, display, and photonic modules. You will own process development, conduct experiments, and ensure manufacturing readiness while leveraging data analysis tools like Python and JMP to optimize yield and quality. Key responsibilities include developing metrology methods, characterizing hardware, interfacing with customers, and collaborating with vendors to resolve complex issues. Ideal candidates have a background in engineering or physics, hands-on experience in precision assembly, and knowledge of laser processing and manufacturing automation environments. This role offers opportunities for significant impact within the rapidly growing field of optical device assembly at an innovative scale.

Skills

Python JMP Gage R&R SPC Laser processing Manufacturing automation Glass industry experience Dispensing and bonding processes Laser machining Optical lens stacking Alignment and bonding Opto-mechanical assembly Contract manufacturers Dispensing systems Optical inspection Die bonding Micronano-scale manufacturing

What you'll do

  • Develop and own assembly processes for optical and opto-mechanical devices.
  • Design and execute complex process engineering experiments safely.
  • Analyze data to optimize manufacturing processes and improve yield.
  • Characterize hardware and define evaluation methods for complex systems.
  • Generate technical documentation including specifications and reports.

What we're looking for

  • 1-5 years of relevant industry experience in assembly or manufacturing process development.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
  • Hands-on experience with precision assembly and laser-based manufacturing processes.
  • Strong understanding of process ownership, integration, Gage R&R, and SPC.
  • Experience using data analysis tools like Python, JMP, or equivalent for process optimization.
  • Ability to develop metrology methods and analyze complex process engineering experiments.

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