Applied Materials Director Systems Engineer Distinguished MTS 

United States, California 

179931386

$206,000.00 - $283,500.00Santa Clara,CA

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and execute highly complex engineering projects and drive R&D initiatives for new technologies.
• Develop and implement solutions for a broad range of advanced product and engineering challenges.
• Identify and troubleshoot division-wide, high-impact engineering and technology problems.
• Interface with internal and external customers to resolve critical engineering issues and deliver high-value solutions.
• Conduct advanced engineering analysis and specify requirements for complex systems.
• Design and modify engineering layouts, schematics, and detailed specifications for intricate projects.
• Generate product specifications and define, coordinate, perform, and document engineering tests.
• Review and specify engineering documentation and processes to ensure quality and compliance.

Strategic Impact

• Originate and execute the most complex technical projects, influencing future technology and product strategy.
• Solve technical challenges with no known solutions across the industry, competitors, or customers.
• Drive business success through:
  • Incremental revenue growth
  • Market share expansion
  • Key customer penetration
  • Commercial value creation

Innovation & Thought Leadership

• Design and perform complex engineering experiments, delivering innovative and ingenious solutions.
• Develop breakthrough technologies and contribute significantly to the company’s IP portfolio.
• Recognized internally across business units as a top expert in the field.
• Serve as primary inventor on critical patents and receive recognition through awards and publications.
• Represent the company on industry boards and consortia as a thought leader.

Technical Expertise

• Deep subject matter expert in Chemical Delivery Systems .
• Demonstrates comprehensive expertise in cutting-edge theories, techniques, and technologies.
• Consults with management and customers on exceptionally complex technical issues.
• Guides and mentors less experienced engineers; validates technical strategies and approaches.

Business & Leadership Influence

• Influences internal and external business and regulatory strategies.
• Leads high-visibility, multidisciplinary project teams and initiatives.
• Proactively solves the most complex problems using groundbreaking methods.
• Impacts business direction through innovative product and service development.
• Negotiates with senior stakeholders to influence strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Education : Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience : 10–15 years in engineering, with a proven track record in Chemical Delivery Systems.
• Recognized thought leader in the field, shaping strategy to meet technology, cost, and quality goals.
• Experience in commercializing chemical delivery components (e.g., MFC, MFV, BPC, gauges, valves, transducers).
• Semiconductor process knowledge and experience in a semiconductor fab is a strong plus.

Full time

Assignee / Regular