Process Engineer III, Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (SIMS) Metrology

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Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology. 

What We Offer

Salary:

$108,000.00 - $148,500.00

Location:

Gloucester,MA

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 

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As a Process Engineer, you’ll play a crucial role in designing and optimizing manufacturing processes for display and semiconductor manufacturing technologies. You will collect and analyze data, perform hardware characterization, and troubleshoot engineering issues. You’ll also measure film properties, generate technical documentation, and engage with customers to resolve concerns. Process Engineers collaborate with vendors and suppliers, and become familiar with implementing new technologies and products. You will experiment, learn, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the semiconductor and display industries, partnering with our globally recognized R&D teams on state-of-the-art research and development projects.   

Key Responsibilities

Characterize dopant profiles to demonstrate implanter performance and diffusion depths across a variety of implant recipes—performing hands-on data collection, data analysis and optimization that directly drives new process development.Prioritize and manage SIMS lab activities, balancing lab output and cycle time to consistently meet internal and external customer requirements.Develop and refine standard operating procedures for tool operation, qualification, and performance tracking to accelerate business velocity.Drive the development and application of advanced SIMS characterization techniques to support emerging device architectures and technology inflections. Collaborate closely with engineering teams on experimental design (DOE), root-cause analysis, and process problem-solving.Build statistical process control (SPC) and tool-health monitoring (uptime >90%) on a daily and weekly basis, and lead continuous-improvement projects that enhance SIMS Lab performance and product yield.Providing consultation, training, and analytical support to internal and external customers. Prepare and deliver technical presentations, publish findings in industry conferences and scientific forums, and represent the organization within the broader materials characterization community.Maintain a strong on-site laboratory presence to support daily operations, equipment troubleshooting, process development activities, customer engagements, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualification

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Semiconductor Engineering or a related engineering discipline.Direct knowledge and proven interest (research, papers) in ion beam interaction with materials and defects.Hands-on experience operating and maintaining advanced metrology or analytical instrumentation required. Experience in Semiconductor Industry with SIMS, Vacuum Electronics, Atom Probe Tomography, or Mass Spectrometry is a strong plus.Functional Knowledge

Understanding of semiconductor fundamentals, including process modules and characterization, device physics, and fabrication. Fab experience or a failure-analysis background—especially in ion doping and its related metrology—is a strong plus.

Leadership

No direct supervisory responsibilities, but serves as a go-to resource—offering informal guidance and mentorship to new team members and technicians.

Interpersonal Skills

Communicates complex information clearly and effectively in straightforward situations.Strong communicator and dependable team player, building positive working relationships across the organization.Maintains composure under pressure, managing tough or high-stakes conversations with tact, diplomacy, and a solutions-focused mindset.

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

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