System Integration Engineer III

Applied Materials

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On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$138,000–$190,000 / yr
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Full-time
Posted
14 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

Applied Materials currently has 337 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · System Integration Engineer III

The System Integration Engineer III (E3) joins the engineering team to design, integrate, and optimize complex systems for the semiconductor industry. This role involves performing hands-on assembly, integration, and functional testing of complex optical, opto-mechanical, and electro-mechanical subsystems. Key responsibilities include owning system test procedures, calibration routines, and diagnostic protocols while conducting root cause analysis and troubleshooting hardware issues independently. The engineer will develop build documentation, work instructions, and test procedures to support manufacturing ramp and provide technical guidance to junior staff. Required skills include experience with interferometers, power meters, and optical alignment tools, as well as cleanroom practices and data analysis. Preferred technical proficiencies include Python or MATLAB for test data analysis and experience with laser-based systems or precision opto-mechanical equipment.

What you'll do

  • Perform hands-on assembly, integration, and functional testing of complex optical and electro-mechanical subsystems.
  • Own and refine system test procedures, calibration routines, and diagnostic protocols while maintaining accurate records.
  • Conduct independent system-level troubleshooting and root cause analysis to communicate findings to engineering teams.
  • Support design verification and validation activities by providing feedback on design-for-build and design-for-test.
  • Develop and maintain build documentation, work instructions, and test procedures to support manufacturing ramp.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance system reliability, build efficiency, and test coverage.
  • Provide technical guidance to junior team members and lab technicians on procedures and best practices.
  • Participate in on-site customer support, installation, and qualification activities.

What we're looking for

  • BS in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience with complex optical, electro-mechanical, or opto-mechanical systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve system-level hardware issues independently and methodically.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly schematics, and test procedures.
  • Familiarity with test and measurement equipment such as interferometers, power meters, and optical alignment tools.
  • Experience working in cleanroom environments with ESD and contamination control practices.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for data collection and analysis.
  • Semiconductor capital equipment experience (preferred).

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