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Field Applications Engineer New College Grad- Master's/PhD (Santa Clara, Austin, Gloucester, Phoenix)

Applied MaterialsPhoenix, AZFull-time

This engineer will investigate customer problems, develop and optimize equipment recipes, and support solution implementation through demonstrations, evaluations, and technical reviews. The position helps qualify new technologies, transfer application capabilities to support teams, and create methods that improve system performance for specific customer applications. A major focus is applying AI/ML and data science to diagnose advanced equipment and high-value customer issues. The engineer will work closely with software developers, semiconductor and display equipment specialists, and device process and integration engineers. It is suited to a recent master’s or PhD graduate with a strong technical foundation who enjoys customer interaction, cross-functional problem solving, and applied engineering work.

Requirements

Master’s or PhD in mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering, physics, statistics, AI/ML, or a related fieldExperience or coursework in semiconductor or display research and development preferredGPA of 3.0 or higher preferredAbility to apply AI/ML and data science to equipment or customer problemsStrong technical problem-solving and communication skillsWillingness to travel approximately 10% and relocate if needed
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Listed October 12, 2026 · Verify details with the employer before applying.

About Applied Materials

Chip equipment supplier whose $270 million R&D center with ASU in Tempe was open in May 2026; a $200 million Chandler plant plan had no update after Dec. 2025.

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