Semiconductor Equipment Technician

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build, and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world, like AI and IoT.

If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next-generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

About the Role

As a Field Service Engineer (Customer Engineer) at Applied Materials, you serve as the direct liaison with customers, collaborating closely to install, maintain, and upgrade equipment. You will use digital analytics for troubleshooting and apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess and address technical issues. Your day-to-day involves performing preventative and corrective maintenance on various systems such as electrical, vacuum, mechanical, plasma, hydraulic, and gas systems. Additionally, you will coordinate and communicate directly with customers to ensure smooth operations and exceptional service.

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. At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees, committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth.

Equal Opportunity

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 Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor.

Work location

Work model: On-site

10043, Brookside Avenue South, Bloomington, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55431, United States

Bloomington, Minnesota

Key Responsibilities

check_circleCollaborate with senior engineers to install, maintain, and upgrade customer equipment
check_circleUse digital analytics to troubleshoot equipment issues
check_circlePerform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical, vacuum, and mechanical systems
check_circleCoordinate and communicate directly with customers to ensure smooth operations
check_circleApply diagnostic techniques to assess and resolve technical challenges

Requirements

verifiedCompletion of an Associate degree, military technical training, field service experience, or trade certification
verified1–2 years of work experience in customer/field service support or related technical field
verifiedAbility to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
verifiedExperience diagnosing and resolving basic technical challenges
verifiedBasic mechanical aptitude with pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, vacuum, or thermodynamics
verifiedFamiliarity with hand tools and digital multimeters
verifiedEffective written and verbal communication skills
verifiedBasic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
verifiedValid driver's license
verifiedAbility to obtain a passport if travel is required

Nice to Have

2–4 years of work experience in customer/field service support, or a related technical field

Benefits & Perks

check_circleParticipation in a bonus programcheck_circleStock award program eligibility

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Digital Analytics, Diagnostic Techniques, Electrical Systems, Vacuum Systems, Mechanical Systems, Plasma Systems, Hydraulic Systems, Gas Systems, Electrical Schematics, Mechanical Schematics.

Education: Associate degree, military technical training, field service experience, or trade certification.

Frequently asked questions about Semiconductor Equipment Technician at Applied Materials

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In this Semiconductor Equipment Technician at Applied Materials role, you will collaborate with senior engineers to install, maintain, and upgrade customer equipment; use digital analytics to troubleshoot equipment issues; perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical, vacuum, and mechanical systems; and coordinate and communicate directly with customers to ensure smooth operations.

What are the requirements for this Semiconductor Equipment Technician role?expand_more

Applied Materials is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Completion of an Associate degree, military technical training, field service experience, or trade certification; 1–2 years of work experience in customer/field service support or related technical field; Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics; Experience diagnosing and resolving basic technical challenges; Basic mechanical aptitude with pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, vacuum, or thermodynamics; and Familiarity with hand tools and digital multimeters.

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Semiconductor Equipment Technician at Applied Materials is based in 10043, Brookside Avenue South, Bloomington, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55431, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Applied Materials has listed this Semiconductor Equipment Technician role as on-site.

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Semiconductor Equipment Technician at Applied Materials typically requires 1–4 years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

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Key skills for Semiconductor Equipment Technician at Applied Materials include Digital Analytics; Diagnostic Techniques; Electrical Systems; Vacuum Systems; Mechanical Systems; Plasma Systems; Hydraulic Systems; and Gas Systems.

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Educational requirements for this role: Associate degree, military technical training, field service experience, or trade certification.

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Semiconductor Equipment Technician at Applied Materials is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.