Our Employees

Process Support Engineer (PSE) - Taiwan

I joined Applied Materials 9 years ago and since then I have grown and developed in my professional skills. In my current position, I supervise the process start-up at customer sites from customer acceptance to final payment. My team implements process solutions for customers based upon their unique need and requirements. Applied Materials creates a dynamic environment to encourage everyone to learn and develop their skills. There are opportunities to explore different aspects of my job and effectively enhance my knowledge of business. I have enjoyed the opportunity to develop my leadership and negotiation skills through professional training programs offered on-site.

Employment Representative - USA

The flexibility and consideration for employee's lives outside of work is one of the reasons why I've stayed at Applied Materials for 18 years. The company supports a flexible workweek, which allows me to balance my personal life and work in a positive way. I can live where my family and I choose, which is quite a distance away, and still provide a valuable contribution to the company. I have always enjoyed and respected my managers. They do everything they can to help me do my job better. The company is also fair about sharing success with employees through our profit sharing plan and employee stock purchase plan. It's a great place if you like working where there a variety of opportunities, activities and energy, and where you can grow professionally in ways you never thought possible.

Account Sales - Singapore

It is definitely exciting to work in a dynamic and fast-paced company like Applied Materials as I get to develop and grow in my field. I started in Applied Materials as a customer engineer and subsequently moved into sales. The ability to move to a new position allows me the opportunity to interact with different people and get in touch with the various aspects of the company. My current sales position requires me to manage customer relations, as well as the sales of our products. I am given the room to grow and develop myself while working to meet the business goals of our company. Applied Materials is constantly evolving and staying ahead in the industry and this will always open up new opportunities for employees to explore and excel. My greatest joy is to be able to work shoulder to shoulder with a team of outstanding people whom will always strive for the best. This keeps me on the edge and allows me to reach my greatest potential.

Commodity Business Manager - USA

My job involves negotiating and maintaining agreements with suppliers. I work with vendors, strategic partners, meet with upper management, and develop strategies for the various business commodities that I manage. I believe Applied Materials is a very welcoming company for minorities and I think you can see that in the diverse work force, from the professional positions, as well as in management. I’m involved in professional organizations such as the Austin Professional Chapter of Mexican American Engineers and Scientists (MAES), and I am a founding member of the affinity group Hispanics in Partnership (HiP) at Applied Materials. Through the various organizations that exist within the company, employees who want to give back to the community are given the opportunity to do so during and after work hours. I’m proud to be a part of that. At Applied Materials, I have the freedom to structure my day and the flexibility to accomplish my job in a way that works for me and meets the company’s business objectives. The environment here is relaxed, casual, but at the same time dynamic with change happening all around you. I have worked at various positions during my seven years at Applied Materials. Being able to move around the company laterally has been great because I learned a lot from understanding how departments interact with each other along with their goals and objectives. Learning what drives each job role improves my skills in dealing with the priorities and needs of customers. Applied Materials is constantly changing and there are always opportunities to increase your job knowledge.

Engineering Manager - USA

I came to Applied Materials in 1994 immediately after completing my degree. I presently lead a team that supports the manufacturing lines for two Product Business Groups – CPI & DSM. Among the team’s responsibility is to support new product designs, integration of new designs into volume manufacturing, optimization of product cycle time, and module test support. Every day can present a different challenge and is best approached with a positive attitude. Applied Materials has a very supportive working environment that encourages employees to focus on completing the tasks at hand and contributing to the company’s growth. Even new employees have the opportunity to make decisions and provide input, and they offer a unique perspective. Our life isn’t all work though, and we routinely have off-site team building events that provide an opportunity to get to know each other better. From a corporate standpoint, there’s a workout facility onsite, wellness fairs, and community support activities. Some of the community support activities include Jr. Achievement, Meals on Wheels, and blood drives. If you are looking for immediate responsibility and the opportunity to contribute to your community, Applied Materials is the place for you.

TPS Manager - China

I joined Applied Materials 6 years ago as a Customer Service Engineer supporting one of Applied Materials' key customers in China for semiconductor equipment installation and troubleshooting. After several years of hard work, I earned the opportunity to be Xi'an SSG Lab Operations Manager. With Applied Materials' expansion into the growing solar market, I have recently taken the role of SunFab Solar TPS-China Manager supporting Applied's account teams and customers for solar equipment issues resolution.

I was attracted to Applied Materials because of its leadership in the industry, the opportunities for career development, and advancement in many different businesses around the world. At Applied Materials, I learn new things on a daily basis. I have the opportunity to implement what I have learned into my daily work. This includes how to effectively solve problems for our customers.

I appreciate how Applied Materials plays an important role in the community. There are many ways to support Applied Materials' philanthropic endeavors and make a viable contribution to society. In my leisure time, I enjoy sightseeing or hiking in the mountains.

TPS Engineer - Switzerland

I came to Applied Materials as a Customer Engineer in 2000 immediately after completing my engineering degree in physics. As a new employee, I had the opportunity to make decisions and provide input. This offered me a lot of perspective. This is a company that’s always at the cutting edge of technology, therefore there are a lot of interesting things to learn so we can improve skills. This is the reason I like working for Applied Materials. As part of a team I developed my skills and quickly became a systems expert. I had the opportunity to work on different company products. Each time facing new challenges and managing new customers. I learned to be autonomous and to adapt quickly to new environments. I like all the incredible development opportunities Applied Materials offers. I learned to accept change and I've learned amazing skills which has supported my advancement through the company. Just recently I changed my job from semiconductor to the solar division, and moved from France to Switzerland. It's as been a huge transition and it was not an easy decision, but now I'm really happy. I get to travel around the world, discovering new opportunities and meeting new people.

Outside of my work at Applied Materials I enjoy deep sea diving. A friend at Applied Materials introduced me to the sport 6 years ago. I take every opportunity to dive in many beautiful places around the world. I participate on the Board of Directors of the diving association where I have the opportunity to teach children the sport of diving.

Chief of Staff of SSG SGA GM (Erix Yu), Sr. Director of Taiwan SGA Central Operations - Taiwan

I joined Applied Materials in 1995. I am the Chief of Staff of SSG SGA General Manager (Erix Yu) and the Sr. Director of Taiwan SGAs central operation department. I help Erix on SGA general operations, such as all SSG AR, slotting, evaluation system status, and SGA organization benchmarking. As head of Taiwan SGA central operation, my responsibilities include all SSG booking/billing/shipping, SGA Accounts site operation management (account HC/I&W/spending and general account affairs).

Applied Materials has a good reputation for its company culture worldwide. What I enjoy most is that we treat our employees as our most important asset. Applied Materials appreciates their employees and gives them good opportunities to develop and grow in the company. I started as sales engineer in 1995, and became account General Manager in 2000. In year 2004, my account merged with a new account, and I changed my job to product General Manager.

Materials Project Manager - USA

My job is in new product transitions and I work with design engineers, materials groups, and suppliers on new products that come to Austin, Texas from R&D, and overseeing enhancements to existing products. It’s exciting working with new products and cutting edge technology, and it’s always fast-paced. We work as a team and everyone wants to do what’s right and make sure we deliver products that the customers want. Moving around to different positions allows people to experience various aspects of the company; the big picture, the entire product life cycle. Applied Materials is very big into volunteering and philanthropy, which is also something that appealed to me when I was considering working here. I like the opportunity to give back to the community. Right now I’m on the community advisory board of a new technical high school. I love inspiring students to be interested in engineering. It’s a great career choice. With an engineering degree, a person can do almost anything. It teaches you to solve problems and analyze issues.

Test Production Supervisor - USA

My parents don’t speak English and I come from a family of 10 first-generation Mexican American children. Five of us have college degrees, with two of those five having Master’s degrees. My oldest sister was the first, and I just thought, “If she can do it, I can do it.” Now I support the manufacturing floor at Applied Materials and help to ensure products move through the site as smoothly as possible. A lot of what I do is working with the employees to resolve the manufacturing issues they encounter and on their human resource concerns, as well as working on process improvements. Having a mechanical engineering degree helps me in my job in that it allows me to work with others to develop solutions for a variety of issues. I have good relationships with employees and co-workers, and we joke around with each other and do things together outside of work. I keep my life balanced by volunteering for activities within the community. Because I am bilingual, I tend to do much of my volunteer work in the Hispanic community. I especially enjoy working with students and getting them interested in school, particularly science and technology.

Division Operations - Israel

I joined Applied Materials in 1997 and I have grown and developed my leadership skills through a variety of opportunities at Applied Materials. I started at Applied Materials in the Wafer Inspection (WI) Division as Group Leader, Project Manager, Program Management Group Manager and Division Operations Manager. I continued my growth through Applied Materials with a position on the Business Transformation team as Business Manager. I assumed my current position as PD division Operations & OE manager. My team is responsible for division safety, budget, processes and division's resources management, as well as managing the division Projects Management Office (PMO) that supports project managers with project management methodology, tools and guidance. It is an excellent opportunity to be part of the creation of a newly formed division while aiming to define and implement effective and efficient work methods. Working in an industry where the advancement in technology is competitive, makes my work very interesting and challenging. Based on my experience, there are a lot of personal development and career path opportunities at Applied Materials.

When I'm not at Applied Materials working on the next great project, I spend time with my wife and three kids. On the weekends we tour the country and explore. I ski, skydive, scuba-dive and most recently learned to Kite-Surf.

Software Team Leader in RT Division, Mask Inspection, Scanner Team - Israel

I started my career at Applied Materials 10 years ago as a subcontractor and came back 3 years ago to work as a Software Engineer in the Aera division building the new mask inspection machines from the group up. In my job, I write the software that communicates with the hardware responsible for the sequence of events that run the scanning, calibration, and mask movement machines. Working at Applied Materials provides amazing opportunities to overcome challenges as a team. We have goals to introduce new machines to the market place, and we work together to achieve those goals. Building a machine from scratch requires a vision, design capabilities, responding to customer requests, overcome mechanical challenges and other challenges every day.

Today in addition to my role as a software engineer, I manage a team of software engineers. Together we meet with clients and develop system requirements for each client.

Materials Program Manager/New Product Transitions - USA

I interned at Applied Materials before I graduated, and was then hired full-time. The company has an outstanding College to Corporate Development Program that supports new graduates who are transitioning into the company. I’ve had the opportunity to work at four or five different jobs during my time here and that’s provided me with valuable experience in a variety of areas at Applied Materials. This is a dynamic company that’s always at the cutting edge of technology, and it’s always changing. In my current position I support manufacturing in Austin, Texas tracking downtime, materials, and working with engineering and suppliers. I’m always faced with new challenges. And Austin is a vibrant community and I love living here. A lot of my time is spent finishing up an advanced degree at St.EdwardsUniversity, but I also enjoy using the running and hiking trails in the area. There are a lot of fun events in Austin and it’s really the perfect size city for me.

Senior Financial Analyst - USA

I represent the finance department for a company-wide project to update our systems and business processes. The project is very large and involves people from around the world. We certainly face challenges coordinating and communicating on such a scale, but even on a mega-project like this, every voice is heard and taken seriously. All input is respected and considered at Applied Materials. I also like the flexibility we have to transition to new roles around the company periodically and the opportunities that presents. I’ve been at Applied Materials for five years and have held four jobs, which allowed me to work with different managers and understand other parts of the company. From my first days at Applied Materials, I’ve needed to be flexible and be ready for new challenges. No two days are the same, which keeps me sharp. I know I wouldn’t want to do the exact same job day in and day out for twenty years. I need change and challenges in my life.

Configuration Engineering Manager - USA

I really appreciate the company’s core values, which include mutual trust and respect. These values are put into practice every day and demonstrate how different it is here than at other companies. For instance, when a challenge or problem arises, it’s not enough to say, “I found a solution” if that means you stepped on toes and cut corners. At Applied Materials, how the goal was achieved is just as important as the result. My position is about problem solving. I have to understand both divisional and company goals and objectives. We want to do it faster, better and cheaper. I’m responsible for insuring the accuracy of bills, that they are 100 percent accurate and that projects are on budget. I make sure our business processes are up to snuff, develop business procedures and keep the project on track. I’d recommend Applied Materials to anyone interested in working with the latest technology and working across technologies. I’ve been with Applied Materials for 11 years because the environment is great and I work with outstanding people.

Electronics Engineer - China

I've been working at Applied Materials since 2007 after I graduated from Huazhong University of Science and Technology. I work with U.S. NPME group on the SunFab thin film ATS tools project. I have the opportunity to follow the whole tool manufacturing process. I oversee tool assembly and manage the integration process. Our goal is to make sure the project is successful. I ensure our tools are delivered with the highest quality to our customers and shipped on schedule. I also work with our customers to identify any gaps in tool performance and implement solutions that reduce the tools manufacturing cycle time. I also document each phase so we have a record of what each customer needs and what solutions we implemented for them.

I was attracted to Applied Materials because of its leadership in the industry. What continues to excite me about Applied Materials is the open working environment. I have the opportunity to communicate my ideas and get the support of my colleagues. I also enjoy the variety of opportunities within Applied Materials to explore every aspect of the business.

Materials Specialist - USA

Twelve years ago I started in manufacturing, but moved to the materials operation area where I am today. I work with suppliers and internal teams and conduct audits, assessments and analysis related to product development. It’s a very rewarding job. One of the things I enjoy most is being able to see my contribution to Applied Materials. I see the results of my work very quickly here. I’m inspired because this is a diverse company with diverse thinkers. It’s also a very giving company, both to employees, and to the community, with support and volunteers. On my own time I belong to a book club, I’m an avid football fan and follow the Texas A & M team, and I’m also a basketball fan. I do volunteer work and I’m an advisor to the Texas A & M African American Engineering chapter. I’m also a member of LEAD, which is an affinity group at Applied Materials.

Field Operations Manager - Singapore

I began my career at Applied Materials in 1999 as a field service engineer, immediately after completing my Master’s degree. I started as a field engineer. It gave me the opportunity grow and develop my technical and business skills as I navigated each new technical challenge. Today, I lead a team of field engineers supporting them in navigating business challenges and expanding their experience with new technologies. My team is the front line technical staff for the company. We're responsible for ensuring that Applied Materials’ products perform well at our customers factories, and helping to provide feedback to the manufacturers and engineering designers. The job is challenging, not only with regards to the technical knowledge and operational performance required, but also with developing the relationships with our customers that are key to the company's success.

Working at Applied Materials has been exciting and challenging. The environment is dynamic and fast paced, with new things to learn around every corner. There is a strong culture of teamwork & collaboration. I feel supported in sharing and implementing new ideas that support our customers. I also enjoy the flexibility in my job that allows me to balance both my personal and professional life.

Operations Manager CSi Baccini Europe - Germany

I have worked with Applied for 13 years. I am responsible for all Baccini tools installed in Europe. We work very closely with the customers to address their specific needs and wishes. I show them the benefits of a partnership with Applied Materials. My Team installs systems, manages warranties, and provides service support to our customers. We are the first point of contact for the customer if they need our assistance. A large part of my job is to make sure we meet agreed timelines for Installations, fulfill our customer service demand, and make sure we are running our operations in a cost effective manner.

What I enjoy most about working for Applied Materials is the diversity of skills and knowledge that are required to successfully work in this role. I get to use all of my skills in mechanics, electronics, physics, chemistry, project management, and customer communication to successfully meet my customers’ needs. I also like the team culture at Applied Materials. In my early days at Applied Materials, I traveled a lot but now that I have 3 children, I mainly enjoy my time at home with them. When I am not working at Applied Materials, you can find me with my family scuba diving, hiking, skiing or pursuing my passion for sailing.

Commodity Business Manager - Israel

My job involves working with new vendors, negotiating and maintaining agreements with suppliers, and enabling a robust supply chain for my division. I work with cutting-edge technology and strategic partnerships. I often meet with upper management and support R&D strategies for the various business commodities that I manage. During my 5 years with Applied Materials, I have had the opportunity to lead the commercial aspects of our new product programs. I specialize in R&D-phase vendor management which gives me the opportunity to lead complex negotiations. I like the challenge of my position and enjoy interfacing with internal teams in R&D and Operations. In my career, I have the opportunity to move around in a variety of roles which allows me to experience various aspects of the company. I also have a better understanding of the big picture at Applied Materials by seeing the entire product life cycle. I especially enjoy the fact that I have the flexibility in my job to accomplish my objectives in a way that works for me and meets the Company's business needs.

I enjoy the fact that Applied Materials encourages community involvement. I had the honor of being part of the first medical clowning course in my division. We learned how to use clowning as a means to brighten the lives of children. We visited pediatric hospital wards at Hospitals in Israel to spend time with children in need of some cheering up. I feel my job has broadened my cultural and professional capabilities, and that there are worldwide opportunities for career development at Applied Materials.

Senior Manager, Process Support Engineer Group - Japan

I have been with Applied Materials for 11 years. As a Senior Manager, I lead a team that qualifies and supports Applied Materials products at the customer site. We provide marketing and sales support to our customers, as well as execute improvement and joint development programs.

I joined Applied Materials because of its leadership in the industry. I enjoy the opportunity to demonstrate our tools to our customers, attend training and support of system installations worldwide. Applied Materials has given me the opportunity to work with and develop relationships with our engineers and customers worldwide.

I enjoy working at Applied Materials because of the variety of opportunities that exist here. This job gives me the opportunity to be innovative. I'm always faced with new challenges. I enjoy making action plans to support our customers and executing the plans with my team.

Customer Engineer - Japan

I've worked with customers worldwide for the past 2 years troubleshooting their business challenges and suggesting where Applied Materials can provide a solution. In the process, I have a great opportunity to understand our customer's unique needs and provide valuable support. I also work with our internal teams to share what I have learned from our customers. Applied Materials gives me the opportunity to influence how we provide our customers with great service.

What attracted me to work for Applied Materials was its standing as a leader in the industry. I get the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and work with customers and colleagues at our training centers worldwide. This is what I was looking for in a work environment and this is what I found at Applied Materials.