Applied Materials
ElectroPlating Expert
Applied Materials is hiring an ElectroPlating Expert in Santa Clara, CA,US, US. Posted September 28, 2026.
Job at a glance
- Company
- Applied Materials
- Location
- Santa Clara, CA,US, US
- Pay
- $161,000 – $221,000
- Workplace
- On-site
- Employment
- Full-time
- Posted
- September 28, 2026
- Apply by
- March 27, 2027
About the job
Key Responsibilities
Develop and optimize electroplating processes and electrochemical systems to improve coating quality, performance, and manufacturing efficiency.
Design, formulate, and characterize polymer-based materials, coatings, and surface treatments for advanced technology applications.
Lead process development, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and reliability
Design, collect data, analyze and compile reports on chemistry related to semiconductor integration with a special focus on development of chemistries.
Successfully identify new classes of chemical processes on test vehicle equipment and lead the design of test vehicle equipment.
Develop internal chemistry capabilities and mentor junior chemists.
Develop a deep understanding of structure-function relationships for the product chemical application. Supports customer in understanding details of chemical process.
Successfully transfer chemical processes to product groups.
Functional Knowledge
- Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field
Business Expertise
- Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services
Leadership
- May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity
Problem Solving
- Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions
Impact
- Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies
Interpersonal Skills
- Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Skills
Certifications:
Languages:
Years of Experience:
7 - 10 Years
Work Experience:
Additional Information
Shift:
10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America)
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
Yes
Referral Payment Plan:
None
Salary Range:
$161,000.00 - $221,000.00
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.