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Applied Materials, Inc.
Senior RF Engineer
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What they do
A Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer works with technology and electronic equipment that uses radio waves, from cell phones to radio stations. Designs, installs, and repairs systems and equipment that transmit radio signals. May specialize in design or maintenance; may focus on the design of transmission equipment, such as radio antennae, or manage larger systems such as networks of cell phone towers.
$145,700 / year median in California
-4% projected decline
Job Description
General Profile Will work in a Technology group that takes input from Process teams and develops design requirements for the Engineering group and suppliers for RF and other power delivery to an etch processing chamber. The applicant should be able to use best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services, primarily to the RF and bias systems. Solves unique and complex problems that have a broad impact on the business. Eventually will lead project teams to achieve milestones and objectives.
Competencies:
Working knowledge of electromagnetic theory and basic RF system design (RF generation, RF match or RF filters). Participate in design reviews, validate designs, test & validate modules, select components, grounding & shielding design, write & review technical documentation. Will need to learn how to run the plasma etch tool, will also learn AMAT Product Development Life Cycle, and Project Management. Must have good problem-solving skills and accuracy & attention to detail. Key Responsibilities 1\. Run tests in the lab to assess power delivery performance, trouble shoot problems, and perform Concept & Feasibility tests for possible improvements 2\. Develop and implement concepts for a wide range of complex product issues and engineering solutions 3\. Technical lead and/or execute engineering projects and spearhead research and development of new technologies, as appropriate 4\. Problem identification and troubleshooting a wide range of complex engineering problems 5\. Specify and/or perform engineering analysis of complex scope 6\. Interface with internal and external customers regarding complex electrical issues to address customers High Value Problems (HVP) for a range of products 7\. Independently, generate product specifications 8\. Define, coordinate, perform and document engineering tests Functional Knowledge- Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines Business Expertise
- Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market Leadership
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements Problem Solving
- Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information Impact
- Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies Interpersonal Skills
- Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or similar field
- 7-10 years of experience in a related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or similar field
- Extensive experience with project management and the Applied Materials product development life cycle
- Demonstrated experience leading teams ## Qualifications ###