Systems Engineering Manager
Applied Materials · Santa Clara, CA
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $185k–$254k
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management manufacturing role at Applied Materials (industrial) in Santa Clara, CA.
- Base pay
- $185k–$254k
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in California: typical posted base $114k–$167k. This one lists $185k–$254k.
Median of the low and high ends of 117 live postings that list pay, out of 320 manufacturing engineer openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 319 other live manufacturing postings in California.
- Base pay
- About 64% above similar roles
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $111k–$157k, from 104 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 53%
- New product launch 51%
- Root cause 40%
- Automation 35%
- Machining 29%
- CATIA / NX 29%
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This plant: Applied Materials in Santa Clara
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Full description from Applied MaterialsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
Ensures that specific project and program objectives are defined for areas of responsibility, and that necessary preliminary activities (e.g., determination of outcomes, milestones, viability studies, and resource planning, among others) are completed to allow for effectiveness and focus during later stages of completion.
Ensures that all systems engineering projects and programs assigned are completed in accordance with predetermined requirements, with specific attention to product/process specifications, project/program costs, resource utilization, and timeliness for completion.
Develops personnel to include training and career development, manages the performance management process to include the development of team and individual goals, implementing employee development plans and coaching. Participates in, and/or manages, employee selection and hiring of personnel. Manages reward and discipline processes. May also select and manage Professional Services and outsourced staff.
Ensures that all phases of project, program and/or process development are documented and that information required in other functional areas is reported, disseminated, or transferred, as appropriate. Ensures compliance with company policies including (but not limited to) engineering/lab notebooks, patents, confidentiality, ISO, safety and others as required.
Effectively assigns work to subordinate staff, providing for professional development in addition to maximum productivity for the area.
Spearheads research and development of new technologies, as appropriate, and ensures that newly created processes, designs, and/or methodologies are incorporated into Applied Materials products/services, and/or disseminated to other areas as needed.
Responsible for departmental budgets and spending requirements.
Effectively utilizes computing resources for optimization of design development activities and timelines.
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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
$185,000.00 - $254,000.00
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 .
Functional Knowledge
- •Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles within own job family and knowledge of other related job families
Business Expertise
- •Applies in-depth understanding of how own discipline integrates within the segment/function
Leadership
- •Manages multiple related teams, sets organizational priorities and allocates resources
Problem Solving
- •Identifies and resolves complex technical, operational and organizational problems
Impact
- •Impacts the business results of a team or area by supporting and funding of projects, products, services and/or technologies and developing policies and plans
- •Guided by business unit, department or sub-functional business plans
Interpersonal Skills
- •Influences others internally and externally, including senior management
Position requires understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards at all times. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.
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.