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: $110,500.00 - $152,000.00
Location:
Santa Clara, CAYou'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.
Key Responsibilities: Product Safety Engineer (E3)
POSITION SUMMARY:
Product Safety Engineer supports the design, evaluation, and compliance of Applied Materials products to ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory safety requirements. Working within multifunctional teams and under the guidance of management and subject matter experts, this mid-level engineer evaluates the introduction of new technologies and their potential interaction with other systems using structured risk assessment methods such as FMEA and FTA, and helps drive corrective actions that minimize risk to employees, customers/facility, and the environment.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leads cross-functional evaluations of new technologies and their potential interaction with other systems using structured risk assessment methods (FMEA, FTA, HazOp, SEMI S10).Develop and implement programs that minimize risk to employees, customers/facility, and the environment relating to Applied products. Initiates product and system safety analysis on components, subsystems, and complete systems. Leads compliance evaluation of products against company, industrial guidelines, standards and governmental requirements. Supports design reviews from a product safety perspective, providing early input to design teams. Reviews engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications to identify potential safety hazards and non-conformances. ANALYSIS, INVESTIGATION & REPORTINGProficient in FMEA, FTA, HazOp, SEMI S10, 8D, and other investigation and assessment methodologies. Participate in investigating incidents, concerns and various product safety events; collects and analyzes pertinent data and helps document corrective and preventive actions. Tracks corrective actions arising from third-party product safety tool assessments to closure with the responsible internal organizations. Maintains accurate documentation and records to support audits, certifications, and customer safety reviews. COLLABORATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTWorks within multifunctional teams (design, systems, manufacturing, field service, Regional EHS and quality) to resolve safety findings during product development. Supports internal and external customer inquiries on code, industry guidelines or standards compliance issues, escalating complex or precedent-setting matters to management. Assists in preparing materials and technical inputs for company procedures and industry standards forums. Subject matter expert of applicable semiconductor equipment safety standards (e.g., SEMI S2/S8/S10, NFPA 79, EU Machinery Regulation/CE Marking, IEC 61010-1/60204-1, etc.).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor or Master of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Safety, or a related engineering discipline.5 - 7 years of experience in product safety, compliance, or equipment engineering preferred. Expertise in understanding of engineering risk assessment methods and the ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications. Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to document findings clearly for technical and non-technical audiences. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and comfort working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to customer and manufacturing sites as needed. PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONSExperience in FMEA, FTA, hazard analysis, reliability engineering, or machine safeguarding. Exposure to semiconductor capital equipment, industrial automation, or high-hazard process environments. Familiarity with SEMI, NFPA, ISO, IEC, or CE regulatory frameworks. Experience presenting technical findings to review boards or cross-functional stakeholders.
Additional Information:
Time Type: Full time
Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible: YesThe 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 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. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Summary
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Type: Full time
