Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually
every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels
and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials,
our innovations make possible the technology shaping the future.
Applied Materials' Mechatronics team is searching for an experienced Core Development Engineer to
join our team! Our team develops the software and control algorithms for the control system of our
products, which includes the real-time control of devices such as robots, motors, generators, pumps,
flow controllers and sensors. Our work also includes creating algorithms to optimize motion and process
control, dynamic system modeling and simulation, the design of the user interface, data collection,
storage and analysis, machine learning and analytics, remote access and security.
Key Responsibilities
1. Design, develop, implement, and validate real-time control algorithms for robotics, motion control, and process automation systems
2. Develop mathematical/dynamic models representing static and dynamic behavior of complex mechatronic systems, and optimize models for deployment on embedded real-time targets.
3, Implement control algorithms in real-time software platforms with focus on performance, robustness, and maintainability.
4. Troubleshoot a variety of difficult software and controls problems. Design and implement bug fixes
5. Perform servo tuning and optimization to achieve precision, stability, throughput, and robustness targets.
6. Create software specifications and test plans for simulators, test benches or the lab.
7. Conduct experiments and servo tuning to evaluate control performance, precision, stability, and robustness
8. Prepare technical documentation, design reviews, validation reports, and customer presentations.
9. Support product qualification, deployment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
10. Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, systems, and product engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle
Technical Skills
Proficiency and professional experience in C and C++ is required.
Proficiency with Matlab, Python, or another scripting language is required.
Experience with robotics, motion control, or motor/servo control systems is required.
In addition, experience in programming in several of the following areas is desired:
Real-time Control
Embedded Programming
Multi-threading
CAN Bus, CANopen, and EtherCAT
Visual Studio
Simulink and Model-Based Design / Embedded Code Generation
Proficiency with classical and modern, linear and non-linear feedback control implementation
on real-world systems (PID control, state-space modeling, observer design, system
identification, servo tuning, feedforward control)
Experience with GIT and version control in software development
Solves problems in moderately difficult to complex situations
Analyzes possible solutions using technical experience, judgment and precedents
Experience with semiconductor capital equipment operation and/or design is preferable
Interpersonal Skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Works to build consensus
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as computer science, information management, software/system engineering, cyber security or mathematics
2–4 years of related experience
Proficiency in C/C++, .Net, C#, Operating Systems, Networking principles, Algorithms, Multi-threading
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.
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.
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