DIRECTOR, PROCESS ENGINEER

POSITION: DIRECTOR, PROCESS ENGINEER

Organization: Applied Materials

Company Overview
Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions, supplying equipment, services, and software used in the production of semiconductor chips and advanced displays. The organization works with major technology manufacturers to develop technologies that support advances in artificial intelligence, computing, electronics, and next-generation semiconductor manufacturing.

Its strategic focus includes advancing materials engineering, enabling increasingly sophisticated semiconductor manufacturing processes, accelerating technology innovation, and supporting customers as they address the growing complexity of chip production.

Position Overview

Job Title: Director, Process Engineer

Organization: Applied Materials

Location: Santa Clara, California, United States

Employment Type: Full-time, regular position

Annual Compensation: $189,000–$260,000

Additional Compensation: Potential bonus and stock awards, subject to company eligibility and applicable compensation arrangements.

Travel: Approximately 10%

Relocation: Relocation assistance eligibility is indicated in the listing.

Role Scope and Strategic Responsibilities

This position carries responsibility for leading a process technology organization focused on developing, improving, and implementing advanced semiconductor manufacturing technologies.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

Direct research, development, and implementation of new process technologies and improvements to existing product lines.

Lead complex scientific and engineering initiatives supporting product innovation and commercialization.

Oversee alpha engineering programs and alpha and beta product releases.

Address complex customer process challenges and critical technical problems.

Establish technical priorities and ensure engineering initiatives support broader business objectives.

Contribute to long-term research and development planning and organizational strategy.

Monitor performance metrics and ensure delivery against engineering and operational objectives.

Leadership Expectations

The Director will provide leadership through subordinate managers, including managers of managers. This involves setting organizational direction, developing technical leadership capabilities, coordinating cross-functional teams, and translating business-unit objectives into measurable engineering outcomes.

The role also requires influencing senior stakeholders, making decisions on complex technical matters, and maintaining alignment between research, product development, customer requirements, and commercial priorities.

Required Qualifications and Experience

The published requirements include:

A PhD, preferably in Chemical Engineering or Materials Science and Engineering.

At least 10 years of semiconductor-industry experience.

Relevant technical experience, preferably involving rapid thermal processing (RTP), oxidation, and plasma processing.

Demonstrated technical and organizational leadership capabilities.

Your background in materials science, advanced materials development, thin-film technology, and engineering leadership provides relevant experience to consider against the mandate's technical and strategic requirements.

Location and Working Arrangement

The position is based in Santa Clara, California. It is a full-time position, with approximately 10% travel. The employer's listing also indicates relocation eligibility. The precise onsite, hybrid, or remote arrangement should be confirmed directly with the hiring organization.

Compensation and Benefits

The published annual base salary range is $189,000–$260,000. Additional compensation may include performance-based bonuses and stock awards, depending on eligibility and the company's compensation policies. Comprehensive employee benefits are also indicated.