RF Systems Engineer Sr.
Job Location:
Santa Clara County, CA - USA
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Job Summary
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 worlds technology.
What We Offer
Salary:
$163000.00 - $224000.00Location:
Santa ClaraCAYoull 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 possiblewhile learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.
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As an Electrical Engineer you are responsible for designing modifying and troubleshooting electrical or electronic engineering assemblies layouts schematics and drawings to advance the equipment that supports our technology. Using your technical experience and critical thinking skills you will perform engineering analysis generate test reports develop innovative solutions and create documentation for product releases. You will also coordinate the procurement and assembly of components identify sources of critical parts and resolve technical issues to ensure peak performance.Position Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior RF Engineer to lead the development integration optimization and troubleshooting of advanced RF power delivery systems used in semiconductor manufacturing equipment. This role requires deep expertise in RF engineering plasma processing and system-level design along with the ability to drive complex technical initiatives from concept through production.
The successful candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in RF technologies collaborating across electrical mechanical software ECAT communication process and manufacturing disciplines to develop innovative solutions that improve system performance reliability and customer value. This position combines hands-on engineering technical leadership supplier engagement and customer support.
Key Responsibilities
RF System Design & Development
Lead the design specification integration and qualification of RF subsystems and modules including:
RF generators
Matching networks
RF filters
RF diagnostics and sensors
ICP source designs
RF transmission and power distribution systems
Develop and maintain specifications schematics and engineering documentation.
Define system requirements and performance specifications for new products and technology platforms.
Support product releases by developing test plans validating performance and ensuring manufacturability.
Utilize analytical circuit simulation and electromagnetic modeling tools to predict RF system behavior and guide design decisions.
Plasma and RF Performance Optimization
Partner closely with technology productivity and process engineers to understand RF-plasma interactions and improve performance.
Analyze and optimize:
Plasma ignition characteristics
RF coupling efficiency
Process uniformity
Chamber-to-chamber matching
Wafer-to-wafer repeatability
Develop and implement advanced RF control strategies for next-generation semiconductor process requirements.
System Integration & Troubleshooting
Lead integration of RF systems into semiconductor processing equipment.
Participate in supplier selection technical evaluations and development activities.
Independently diagnose and resolve complex RF electrical and plasma-related issues with minimal supervision.
Analyze complex system behaviors using experimental data simulation tools and root-cause methodologies.
Work closely with software engineering teams to ensure effective hardware-software integration and control.
Innovation & Technology Development
Evaluate emerging RF technologies industry trends and competitive solutions.
Drive innovation through development of new concepts architectures and system capabilities.
Conduct technical investigations and proof-of-concept testing to support technology roadmaps and strategic decisions.
Present technical findings and recommendations to engineering leadership executive stakeholders and customers.
Technical Leadership
Serve as a subject matter expert in RF Engineering.
Mentor and guide junior engineers through technical coaching and knowledge sharing.
Lead small to medium-sized projects and provide technical direction for multidisciplinary teams.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Physics or a related technical discipline with 10 years of relevant industry experience; or
Masters degree with 8 years of relevant experience; or
PhD with 6 years of experience in semiconductor or related capital equipment development.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes 20% of the TimeRelocation 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 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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions for the semiconductor, flat panel display and solar photovoltaic (PV) industries.
