Computer Aided Engineering II - (E2) Details

Computer Aided Engineering II - (E2)

Applied Materials Inc. - Santa Clara, CA

Employment Type : Full-Time

The Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) Center of Excellence is looking for enthusiastic CAE engineer to help develop next generation semiconductor reactor and processes via simulation, modeling and numerical analysis. This position offers exciting opportunities to learn and apply various advanced technologies, modeling tools and methods, collaborate with multiple business units within AMAT and work on challenging problems. We are looking for outstanding engineers with strong CFD modeling skills in fluid flow, reactive flows and thermal analysis, who is eager to use simulations to solve complex problems and test the hypotheses. Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services. Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions. Works independently, receives minimal guidance.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• MS (with 2-4 years of experience) or PhD (with 0-2 years of experience) in chemical or mechanical engineering
• Must have in-depth knowledge of CFD, fluid dynamics, thermal and reactive flows
• Expert user of commercially available CFD analysis tools such as CFD-ACE+ and/or Fluent
• Expert in using scripting languages such as Python and Matlab
• Excellent communication skills, Knowledge in writing test plans and reports.
• Knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes (especially CVD and ALD processes)
• Work experience in semiconductor industry is plus

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop CFD models to analyze the problems related to flow/reactive flow and thermal environment.
• Interpret analysis results with respect to results obtained by lab testing procedures, converting these results into practical design suggestions
• Works on difficult CAE problems to assist product development
• Works on identifying product design and development problems where CAE analysis can accelerate development
• Proactively validates/correlates results with real world data and makes model improvements as deemed necessary
• Very good understanding of business unit processes and hardware; good knowledge of data analysis techniques to summarize CAE data
• Generates high-level engineering test reports and presents CAE results/conclusions to the design/process engineering community
• Interfaces with internal and external customers on troubleshooting product issues
• Interfaces with key suppliers to develop new technology or engaged in new CAE technology development internally

Functional Knowledge

• Demonstrates expanded conceptual knowledge in own discipline and broadens capabilities

Business Expertise

• Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work

Leadership

• No supervisory responsibilities but provides informal guidance to new team members

Problem Solving

• Solves problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedents

Impact

• Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team; works within guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

• Explains complex information to others in straightforward situations

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Applied Materials is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.