The successful candidate will serve as the organization's technical authority in RF technologies, collaborating across electrical, mechanical, software, ECAT communication, process, manufacturing, and product engineering disciplines to develop innovative solutions that improve system performance, reliability, and customer value. This position combines technical leadership, organizational leadership, technology strategy, supplier engagement, and customer interaction.
Key Responsibilities
RF System Design & Development
Lead the technical vision, development, integration, and qualification of advanced RF subsystems and technologies, including:
RF generators
Matching networks
RF filters
RF diagnostics and sensors
ICP source designs
RF transmission and power distribution systems
Establish long-term RF technology roadmaps aligned with product and business objectives.
Drive development of next-generation RF architectures, platforms, and system capabilities.
Define system requirements, performance targets, design standards, and engineering best practices.
Provide executive-level technical guidance for new product development, product enhancements, and strategic technology investments.
Plasma and RF Performance Optimization
Partner with technology, productivity, and process engineering teams to advance understanding of RF-plasma interactions and improve system performance.
Analyze and optimize
Plasma ignition characteristics
RF coupling efficiency
Process uniformity
Chamber-to-chamber matching
Wafer-to-wafer repeatability
Guide development and implementation of advanced RF control strategies for next-generation semiconductor process requirements.
System Integration & Troubleshooting
Provide leadership for RF system integration across semiconductor processing platforms.
Oversee supplier selection, technical evaluations, and strategic technology partnerships.
Lead resolution of complex RF, electrical, and plasma-related issues impacting product development, manufacturing, or customer operations.
Drive root-cause investigations using experimental data, simulation tools, and engineering analysis.
Partner with software engineering teams to ensure effective hardware-software integration and advanced system control.
Innovation & Technology Development
Evaluate emerging RF technologies, industry trends, and competitive solutions.
Drive innovation through development of new concepts, architectures, and system capabilities.
Sponsor proof-of-concept activities and technical investigations supporting long-term technology roadmaps.
Present technology strategies, technical findings, and business recommendations to executive leadership, customers, and external stakeholders.
Technical Leadership
Serve as the senior subject matter expert for RF Engineering within the organization.
Lead, mentor, and develop RF engineering talent through coaching, succession planning, and career development.
Drive execution of complex cross-functional engineering programs.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline with 15+ years of relevant industry experience; or
Master's degree with 12+ years of relevant experience; or
PhD with 10+ years of experience in semiconductor or related capital equipment development.
Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.
Additional Information
Time Type
Full time
Employee Type
Assignee / Regular
Travel
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible
Yes
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.
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