Applied Materials
RF Systems Engineer IV (E4)
Applied Materials, Santa Clara, CA
Key ResponsibilitiesSemiconductor experience in microwave design experience and plasma creation is desired. Technically lead and/or execute engineering projects, including development of key suppliersProblem identification and troubleshooting a wide range of complex electrical problems with limited to no supervisionSpecify the development of design or modify engineering assemblies, layout/schematics and/or detailed drawings/specifications of complex scopeInterfaces with internal and external customers regarding complex electrical issues for specific projectsImplement concepts for wide range of complex product issues and solutionsGenerate product specifications with limited to no supervisionSpecify and/or perform engineering analysis of complex scopeDefine, coordinate, perform and generate engineering test reportsLead and/or develop and execute complex projects that have a substantial mix of electrical, mechanical, physics, algorithms and software design; and attend design reviews and provide input to meet market requirement specifications (MRS) and hardware/software specifications. Ensure designs meet market requirement specifications (MRS). Coordinate with project marketing and management to understand system requirements. Be able to chair architecture brainstorming meetings and drive the systems process to down select to a final architecture of a top level system.Write detailed specifications that cover all aspects of subsystem modules including interfaces to the product by using systems analysis to create a diagram. Create concepts for complex architectural design approaches. Lead team evaluations of architectures to provide recommendation for best system solution approach.Provide feedback on variety of components and modules.Problem identification and troubleshooting a wide range of difficult, complex engineering problems in field of technical expertise, including serviceability and manufacturability.Support System Integration during the assembly and final testing of new product designs.Interface with other groups to workout design, systems architecture development and integration issues.Define all equipment interfaces and systems architecture and insure they are up to date and documented.Work with vendors to develop new competitive products, including development of key suppliers.Functional KnowledgeDemonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field Business ExpertiseInterprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or servicesLeadershipMay lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity Problem SolvingLeads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutionsImpactImpacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policiesInterpersonal SkillsCommunicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of viewQualificationsEducation:Bachelor's DegreeSkills:Certifications:Languages:Years of Experience:7 - 10 YearsWork Experience:Additional InformationTime Type:Full timeEmployee Type:Assignee / RegularTravel:Relocation Eligible:YesU.S. Salary Range:$160,000.00 - $220,000.00The 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. SummaryLocation: Santa Clara,CAType: Full time