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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
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Listed pay typically runs
$132,750–$182,500
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The Senior RF Systems Engineer leads the architecture, development, integration, and qualification of RF power delivery solutions for next-generation semiconductor manufacturing equipment. This role involves designing and optimizing RF subsystems including generators, match networks, sensors, transmission lines, and grounding architectures to improve plasma performance, stability, and reliability. The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to translate customer requirements into robust designs while managing technical roadmaps for new product introductions and sustaining engineering. Key responsibilities include performing circuit analysis, EM modeling, and thermal assessments using tools such as ADS, HFSS, CST Studio Suite, SPICE, MATLAB, and Python. The role addresses critical challenges in plasma processing, including defectivity reduction and power delivery efficiency. Candidates must possess expertise in RF circuit design, electromagnetics, impedance matching, and high-frequency power systems to solve complex problems in semiconductor manufacturing environments.
Lead the design, specification, and integration of RF power delivery systems including generators, match networks, and transmission lines.
Translate process and customer requirements into robust RF subsystem designs to improve plasma performance and stability.
Perform circuit analysis, EM modeling, and thermal assessments using simulation tools to predict system behavior.
Drive the development of advanced RF control strategies for next-generation semiconductor manufacturing processes.
Manage prototype bring-up, system qualification, and technical design reviews for new product introductions.
Conduct root cause investigations for RF failures and lead corrective actions to improve reliability and manufacturability.
Act as a subject matter expert to provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and cross-functional teams.
Develop and execute RF technology roadmaps to support both new products and sustaining engineering initiatives.
What we're looking for
BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, RF Engineering, or a related discipline.
8+ years of experience developing RF systems in semiconductor equipment, plasma processing, power electronics, communications, aerospace, or related industries.
Strong foundation in RF circuit design, electromagnetics, impedance matching, and transmission line theory.
Experience with high-frequency power delivery systems, including RF generators and matching networks.
Hands-on troubleshooting and laboratory characterization experience.
Proven ability to lead complex technical programs and cross-functional teams.
Proficiency in tools such as ADS, HFSS, CST Studio Suite, SPICE, MATLAB, or Python.
Knowledge of plasma diagnostics and RF measurement techniques.
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CST Studio Suite
SPICE
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Semiconductor Manufacturing
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Circuit Analysis
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