Sr Packaging Engineer, Distribution Packaging
Applied Materials · Santa Clara, CA
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $134k–$184k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 10+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior manufacturing role at Applied Materials (industrial) in Santa Clara, CA. Aid in the establishment and management of packaging suppliers and related processes and procedures.
- They ask for
- 10+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), PLC, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA / NX
- Base pay
- $134k–$184k
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How this role compares
Against 264 other live manufacturing postings in California.
- Base pay
- About 21% above similar roles
- Experience asked
- More than usual (10+ vs 5+)
Typical $109k–$153k, from 94 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 58%
- ✓ New product launch 56%
- Root cause 46%
- Automation 35%
- ✓ CATIA / NX 34%
- Machining 32%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for PLC, AutoCAD, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Applied Materials in Santa Clara
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Key Responsibilities
- ◆Aid in the establishment and management of packaging suppliers and related processes and procedures.
- ◆Develop test plans and perform laboratory testing on products, packages, and packaging materials.
- ◆Support the Product Life Cycle (PLC) process by defining Design For Distribution (DFD)
requirements
and influencing product design.
- ✓Identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving activities.
- ✓Develop and maintain global packaging standards and specifications for Applied Materials and its Supply Base.
- ✓Provide advanced training and support to Packaging Engineer III.
- ✓Performs other duties as assigned. Duties will vary according to the project in progress and/or the specific goals of the department in which the incumbent works. Duties may include leading team solutions to problems identified throughout the development and lifecycle of a product.
Qualifications
- ✓Packaging design and development
- ✓Packaging testing and validation
- ✓Transportation and distribution packaging
- ✓Packaging materials selection
- ✓Supplier management and qualification
- ✓Development of packaging specifications and standards
- ✓Design for Distribution (DFD)
- ✓Cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
- ✓Product Life Cycle (PLC) support and new product introduction activities.
- ✓Fluent in CAD, NX preferred , Solidworks, Creo, Artios, AutoCad
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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
$133,500.00 - $183,500.00
Location
Santa Clara,CA
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.
At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits .
Your
Necessary for Success
- •BS degree in Packaging, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
- •10+ years of professional experience in packaging engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- •Experience developing and validating packaging solutions for complex equipment, industrial products, or technology hardware is highly valued.
Technical
Leadership / Senior-Level Expectations
- •Lead packaging-related projects and problem-solving efforts.
- •Develop global packaging standards.
- •Mentor and train junior packaging engineers.
- •Work cross-functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and product engineering teams.
- •Drive process improvements and best practices.
Additional Information
Time Type
Full time
Employee Type
Assignee / Regular
Travel
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible
Yes
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.
In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.