Who We Are
Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.
What We Offer
Salary:
€84,800.00 - €116,600.00

Location:
Heimstetten,DEU
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.
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As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to process and resolve mechanical problems, design and implement custom mechanical tooling and associated processes, and enable the handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and modifying mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, and specifications. You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations- and you'll coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects, identifying sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues.
Role overview :
We are looking for an experienced Senior R&D Mechanical Engineer with approximately 1 0+ years of industry experience in high precision mechanical design, advanced materials engineering , and design for manufacturability. This role is ideal for a senior professional who combines deep technical expertise with hands-on shop floor understanding and the ability to influence design direction, manufacturing strategy, and engineering standards.
The primary emphasis of this position is on materials selection , materials behavior in high-tech applications, and precision m achine component design
Role Responsibilities:
Lead the mechanical design of complex, high precision components and assemblies for advanced equipment, ensuring robust functionality, manufacturability, and long t erm reliability.
Serve as the materials authority for mechanical components—evaluating metals, alloys, coatings, composites, polymers, and their performance under demanding environments (vacuum, thermal, dynamic loads). Own technical decisions related to materials, finishes, coatings, and critical tolerances.
Guide and mentor junior engineers on materials usage, DFM, machining practices, drawing standards, and engineering best practices.
Drive collaboration with manufacturing engineering, machining vendors, suppliers, metrology, and quality teams to optimize manufacturability, reduce costs, and improve design robustness.
Oversee the creation of detailed 3D models, engineering drawings, and documentation using CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar).
Required Qualifications & Experience:
1 0 + years of experience in mechanical design, with majority spent in high precision manufacturing industries (semiconductors, optical systems, aerospace, robotics, or similar).
Proven track record in precision machining , including machining constraints, tooling considerations, tolerancing, and manufacturability optimization.
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Applied Materials Integrated Circuit Testing GmbH
Ammerthalstrasse 20
85551 Heimstetten near Munich
www.appliedmaterials.com
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
No
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
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.
