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Controls & Systems Engineering Manager / Technical Lead

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In-Office
Benicia, CA
144K-198K Annually
Entry level
In-Office
Benicia, CA
144K-198K Annually
Entry level
Leads electrical and controls engineering for X-ray microscope systems. Responsibilities include selecting electrical components, troubleshooting and mentoring, developing electrical design documentation, designing control systems such as PDUs and interlocks, and overseeing electrical and controls engineers. The role requires collaboration across multiple projects, strong analytical and communication skills, and experience with motion control systems and EPICS/SCADA.
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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:

$144,000.00 - $198,000.00

Location:

Benicia,CA

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. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. 

Applied Materials XCT team is looking for a Control and Systems Engineering Manager/Lead. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic, high growth environment with a lot of challenging design work. We are looking for an Electrical Engineering Manager to support our team in building state of-

the-art X-ray microscopes used by some of the most prominent scientists in the world.


In this role, you will be responsible for:

  • Determining electrical components used in the products
  • Troubleshooting problems with electrical components and mentoring team members on how to do this
  • Synthesize and develop electrical design documentation
  • Design and develop electrical control systems, such as the PDUs and interlocks
  • Oversee EE and controls engineers

Qualifications

  • BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics
  • Familiarity with complex mechanical assemblies
  • Experience with motion control systems, EPICS/SCADA
  • Preferred experience with semiconductor systems

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work on multiple projects under tight deadlines and set priorities according to current demands
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision and oversight
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a team environment
  • Excellent analysis skills, both data analysis and critical thinking
  • Enjoys developing complex prototypes

Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.


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.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at [email protected], or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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