Electrical Design Engineer - Semiconductor Equipment

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

Location:

Bangalore,IND

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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.

Role Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize electrical and electronic assemblies, schematics, wiring diagrams, cable harnesses, control systems, and power distribution architectures for semiconductor equipment.
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex electrical system issues while driving improvements in product performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost.
• Identify and implement value engineering, alternate sourcing, component qualification, and product cost optimization opportunities without compromising quality, safety, or compliance.
• Plan, execute, and document engineering evaluations, validation activities, and qualification testing to support product development and engineering changes.
• Lead or support engineering projects including New Product Introduction (NPI), sustaining engineering and supplier development
• Create, review, and maintain engineering documentation including schematics, BOMs, specifications, validation reports, and design records using CAD and PLM systems.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Suppliers, and Program teams to deliver product improvements and successful project execution.
• Serve as a technical resource for junior engineers and effectively communicate technical solutions and recommendations to stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5-10 years of experience in electrical design, product engineering, sustaining engineering, value engineering, or related engineering roles supporting Semiconductor equipment or semiconductor manufacturing systems.
• Experience in Power distribution, System integration, Control systems, EE Component Selection, Electrical schematics, Cable Harness Design, Troubleshooting, and Validation of electrical/electronic systems.
• Proficiency with E3s Schematics and PLM systems such as Windchill, Teamcenter, or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of semiconductor equipment requirements and applicable industry standards, including SEMI, IEC, UL, CE, EMC, and RoHS.
• Strong communication, presentation, articulation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to proactively identify and escalate risks, influence decisions, drive discussions with the appropriate stakeholders, and collaborate effectively across global cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience with High-voltage electrical systems, instrumentation, industrial controls, and automation systems.
• Knowledge of electrical design standards, component qualification, product lifecycle management, configuration control, and engineering change processes (ECO/ECN).
• Experience with value engineering, design-to-cost methodologies, alternate sourcing, supplier qualification, and product cost optimization initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Tools for engineering, cost, and data analysis.
• Experience leveraging AI-powered engineering and productivity tools to improve problem-solving, design efficiency, data analysis, documentation, and decision-making

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

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.