Mechanical Engineer III - (E3)

Role Responsibilities: * Identify and troubleshoot a variety of difficult mechanical problems with limited supervision * Define, coordinate, perform and document engineering test reports * Develop, design, or modify mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, or drawings/specifications of difficult scope * Perform engineering analysis of difficult scope with limited supervision * Technically lead or execute projects; develop key suppliers and generate mechanical product specifications * Design, develop and implement custom mechanical tooling, fixturing and associated processes; enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies; establish standards across all operational processes * Specify and review engineering documentation * Implement concepts for a variety of complex product issues and mechanical solutions * Clearly communicate complex or sensitive information; build consensus Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree * 4-7 years of experience * Demonstrated experience with CAD software, thermodynamics, sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods, GD&T, flow analysis and/or • Design for Excellence principle Preferred Qualifications: * Knowledge of the Applied Materials product life cycle, including prototyping, packaging, material selection and manufacturing methods Applied Job Title Mechanical Engineer About Applied Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible the technology shaping the future. Our Team PCoE-Robotics Your Opportunity As a Mechanical Engineer in PCoE -Robotics, you will play a key role in the design, development, integration, and qualification of complex automation and robotics subsystems used in semiconductor equipment. This role requires strong technical depth in robotics, mechanism design, subsystem integration, and engineering analysis, along with the ability to work independently on complex problems and make sound engineering judgments based on multiple sources of information. You will serve as a technical resource within the team, contribute to subsystem ownership from design through validation, and work across mechanical, electrical, controls, manufacturing, quality, sourcing, and supplier teams to resolve issues and drive robust engineering outcomes. In this senior-level role, you will also support less experienced engineers through technical guidance and mentoring, while contributing to small project leadership and cross-functional alignment. Roles and Responsibilities Own the design and development of complex automation and robotics subsystems, supporting engineering projects that require integration across mechanical, electrical, controls, and software domains. Serve as the design engineering authority for defined sub-modules, determining hardware and software specifications, detailed designs, and working parameters to ensure subsystem compatibility and performance. Complete detailed design of components and assemblies such as material handling robots, transfer mechanisms, substrate transfer and storage modules, and associated electrical/control subsystems including motion controllers. Conduct detailed engineering analysis of robotic and automation subsystems using kinematics, dynamics, mechanism design, synthesis, and other analytical methods to resolve complex technical issues. Build, evaluate, and qualify prototypes of new designs, or work with outsourced suppliers to procure subsystems and verify compliance with detailed specifications and performance requirements. Plan, execute, and coordinate testing in line with internal standards and industry-accepted reliability specifications, and drive design or operational changes based on test outcomes. Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex engineering issues related to operability, reliability, serviceability, manufacturability, and system integration. Drive interface alignment across automation modules and related subsystems such as robotics, loadlocks, process chambers, controls, and integration hardware to support successful system assembly and final testing. Independently manage defined subsystem or module-level workstreams, exercising judgment based on design analysis, test data, field inputs, manufacturability considerations, and cross-functional feedback. Act as a technical resource for less experienced engineers by providing guidance, coaching, and support in design practices, analysis methods, and problem-solving approaches. Lead or contribute to small cross-functional projects with manageable risk and resource requirements, building alignment across engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, and supplier partners. Provide remote technical support to field teams and internal stakeholders as required, including explanation of complex or sensitive technical issues and recommended actions. Contribute to the Product Development Process by supporting design reviews, technical decisions, documentation quality, and readiness for production release. Our Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate brings strong technical depth in robotics automation engineering along with the judgment and independence expected at a senior professional level. This person is comfortable solving complex problems, working across disciplines, and operating with minimal guidance in most situations. Skills and abilities to perform the role include: * Strong analytical and engineering problem-solving skills * Strong oral and written communication skills, including specification development and technical explanation of complex issues * Strong troubleshooting capability across mechanical, electrical, controls, and integration contexts * Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams * Ability to influence stakeholders and build technical consensus across interfaces * Ability to act as a technical resource, coach, and mentor for less experienced engineers * Ability to manage defined workstreams or small projects with sound engineering judgment * Strong attention to detail and ability to assess production worthiness and subsystem readiness * Strong computer literacy and hands-on engineering tool usage Qualifications * ME / BE Mechanical or M Tech / B Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent * GD&T knowledge * Tolerance stack-up know-how * CAD package hands-on experience Additional Qualifications / Job Specific Knowledge * Wide application of engineering principles, theories, and concepts in the field, with working knowledge of related disciplines * Strong knowledge of robotics and automation modules including kinematics, dynamics, mechanism design, motion control, hardware design, and prototyping * Detailed knowledge of industry practices related to creating and interpreting part drawings and specifications for outside suppliers such as machine shops and contract manufacturers * Working knowledge of electrical engineering design and troubleshooting to component level * Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering analysis and design, mechanics, and material science concepts, including the use of analytical techniques to solve engineering problems * Working knowledge of engineering disciplines and methods such as thermodynamics, measurement and control, heat transfer, stress analysis, finite element analysis, and system integration * General knowledge of software engineering concepts and techniques relevant to automation systems * Working knowledge of CAD tools * Basic knowledge of materials, components, and technologies used in the semiconductor equipment industry ## Qualifications ### Education: Bachelor's Degree ### Skills ### Certifications: ### Languages: ### Years of Experience: 4 - 7 Years ### Work Experience: ## Additional Information ### ### Shift: Day (India) ### ### Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time ### ### Relocation Eligible: Yes ### Referral Payment Plan: Employee Referral (Enhanced) Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.