Hardware Engineering Technician (Shift)

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering with a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

What We Offer

Location: Singapore, SGP

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible while learning every day in a supportive, leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the tool owner in planning the daily work schedule within the assigned territory to ensure completion of preventive and remedial maintenance.
• Use escalation policies as required to keep management informed of equipment-down situations.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, biannual, and annual periodic maintenance on systems within established time frames, including wet cleans as required.
• Work with fellow Applied Materials process personnel in the operation and maintenance of systems.
• Troubleshoot and correct process variations on systems, with assistance from senior engineers when required.
• Assist with start-ups, retrofits, and relevant continuous improvement projects.
• Provide technical assistance to less experienced Applied Materials personnel when required.
• Use training and experience to identify certain process-related system problems.
• Develop and implement plans to increase productivity.
• Track equipment performance and plan uptime improvements.
• Apply working knowledge of Statistical Process Control, Quality Improvement Process methods, risk assessment, and semiconductor industry terminology.
• Plan and execute support activities on a wide range of Applied Materials systems, with technical assistance when required.

Requirements

• ITE certificate or diploma in engineering or a relevant field of study.
• Basic understanding of semiconductor processes and equipment is preferred.
• Previous experience handling Applied Materials equipment is an advantage.
• Ability to commit to a rotating shift pattern, Monday through Friday, either 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and to a 12-hour shift in the future.

Work Location

• Science Park II; relocating to Tampines starting in April 2027.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Employee Type: Assignee / Regular

Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Relocation Eligible: No

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.