Mechanical Design Systems Engineer - Robotics and Automation (E3)

Applied Materials
Austin
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 120,000 - 165,000Function: IT Operations (Systems/Network Admin)Skills: ["Systems thinking","Problem-solving","Troubleshooting","Root cause analysis","Stakeholder communication","Organizational","Mentoring","Continuous improvement","Time management"]

Design, integrate, and optimize automation and control systems that support semiconductor and electronics manufacturing. You’ll troubleshoot automation/control and data connectivity issues, develop system documentation, and ensure compliance with automation and Industry 4.0 best practices. The role includes working with robotics, machine vision, PLC/SCADA, industrial networking, and cloud platforms, while partnering with cross-functional teams to improve uptime, reliability, and long-term operational goals.

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Applied Materials
3 months ago

Mechanical Design Systems Engineer - Robotics and Automation (E3)

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Job Summary

Design, integrate, and optimize automation and control systems that support semiconductor and electronics manufacturing. You’ll troubleshoot automation/control and data connectivity issues, develop system documentation, and ensure compliance with automation and Industry 4.0 best practices. The role includes working with robotics, machine vision, PLC/SCADA, industrial networking, and cloud platforms, while partnering with cross-functional teams to improve uptime, reliability, and long-term operational goals.
Location: Austin
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: IT Operations (Systems/Network Admin)
Seniority: Manager level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Design, develop, and implement automation and control systems for applications across robotics and industrial equipment.
  • •Troubleshoot and resolve automation, control, and data connectivity issues, including performing root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • •Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and define requirements.
  • •Develop and maintain documentation for automation, control, and data connectivity processes and systems.
  • •Ensure equipment/system uptime and reliability, mitigate risks, and deliver compliant solutions aligned to long-term operational goals.
Travel: Low travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 120,000 - 165,000

Key Requirements

  • •Lead and mentor a team of junior automation, control, and data connectivity engineers with technical guidance.
  • •Deep understanding of robotics applications, including robotic system integration, collaborative robots (cobots), and AI in robotics.
  • •Experience with vision systems engineering (machine vision, image processing, and integration with automated equipment).
  • •Proficiency in programming and industrial automation technologies including Java, Python, PLC programming, and SCADA/HMI development.
  • •Knowledge of industrial networking and data connectivity (TCP/IP, SNMP, data integration/warehousing/visualization) with Industry 4.0 awareness.
Experience:Semiconductor manufacturingRoboticsIndustrial automationIndustry 4.0Machine vision
Skills:Systems thinkingProblem-solvingTroubleshootingRoot cause analysisStakeholder communicationOrganizationalMentoringContinuous improvementTime management
Tech Stack:JavaPythonGroovyJavaScriptTCP/IPSNMPAWSAzureVMwareSDLCAgilePLCSCADAPID tuningHMIAutoCAD ElectricalLabVIEWRoboticsCollaborative robotsCobots

Company Brief

Applied Materials
Provides semiconductor manufacturing equipment, services, and software used to build advanced chips and display technologies. Its tools support materials engineering, deposition, etching, inspection, and process control for major electronics manufacturers worldwide.
Industry: Industrial Machinery
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Santa Clara, United States
Founded: 1967
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