Field Service Engineer- New College Graduate Rotational Program, New College Grad - Bachelor's Degree

Field Service Engineer- New College Graduate Rotational Program, New College Grad - Bachelor's Degree at APPLIED MATERIALS summary:

A Field Service Engineer in the New College Graduate Rotational Program at Applied Materials installs, maintains, and upgrades advanced semiconductor and display manufacturing equipment. This role involves troubleshooting technical issues, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensuring peak equipment performance while providing exceptional customer service. The position includes hands-on training, certification, and exposure to various digital tools and technologies, with travel required to customer sites.

Field Service Engineer- New College Graduate Rotational Program

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible ® a Better Future.

What We Offer

At Applied, we prioritize your well-being and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. 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 ourBenefits.

What You’ll Do

As a Field Service Engineer, you'll quickly solve high-value problems for customers. By collaborating closely with our customers onsite to install, maintain, and upgrade Applied Materials equipment, you’ll make a significant impact on ensuring peak performance and deliver exceptional service, while becoming an integral part of Applied Materials' diverse and dynamic field team.

About Our Program

As a member of the Field Service Engineer Program, you will participate in a blended learning environment where you will receive FSE certification through hands-on equipment training on Applied’s broad portfolio of products. The Field Service Engineer Program promotes a broad, career-growth foundation. Your quick exposure to Applied Materials’ suite of digital tools and technologies, internal operations, customer requirements, and project presentations will prepare you for successful future career growth. Multiple roles open with various opportunities to travel from 20%-75%. Candidates must be fully authorized to work in the US. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Role Responsibilities:

• Assist senior engineers with installing leading-edge customer equipment, performing scheduled preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance, and upgrading equipment
• Follow procedures you learn during your training, as well as published task plans, to test equipment and to diagnose and resolve technical problems
• Complete required job documentation, safety training and procedures for processing parts
• Professionally represent Applied Materials to the customer, using your “customer first” mindset
• Satisfy the company’s and customer’s on-site requirements, including safety, environmental and COVID-19 guidelines
• Utilize your analytical skills to review data and devise practical solutions to solve real time customer problems

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Up to 1 year of work experience, military technical training, or an internship in customer/field service support, or a 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
• Familiarity with hand tools and their appropriate usage, including digital multimeters
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on documenting details
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on building trust
• Any relevant project management experience is beneficial

Physical Requirements:

• Various physical movements such as bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, and extended walking and standing
• Ability to lift up to 35lbs, where robotics and automation are absent
• Ability to distinguish between colors
• Ability to operate hand and power tools
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Ability to work in a noise-prone environment (with consideration for noise sensitivity)
• Wear personal protective equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields, particularly in clean room settings
• Flexibility for rotational shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required by customer needs
• Occasional travel for training and to alternate customer sites, including international travel

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Skills

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

Up to 1 Year

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Additional Information

Shift:

10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America)

Travel:

Not Specified

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

U.S. Salary Range:

$27.00 - $37.40

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 committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.

Keywords:

field service engineer, semiconductor equipment, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, equipment installation, technical troubleshooting, customer service, applied materials, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, diagnostics, manufacturing support