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Process Technician, Electrochemical

Applied Materials · Billerica, MA

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Level
Technician
Team
Process
Experience asked
4+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
29 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level process role at Applied Materials (industrial) in Billerica, MA. You'll be responsible for preparing wafers for experimentation, operating reactors to perform thin film processes, and using scanning electron microscopes for analyses and imaging.

They ask for
4+ years

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Manufacturing Technician roles in Massachusetts: typical posted base $45k–$59k.

Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 40 manufacturing technician openings in Massachusetts, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 128 other live process postings in the US.

Experience asked
More than usual (4+ vs 3+)

Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 39%
  • Tooling 20%

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Lifts up to 35 lbs

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Responsibilities

  • ◆Prepare wafers for experimentation to include cleaning and preparation of reactors
  • ◆Evaluate performance of process systems
  • ◆Prepare cross-section samples for scanning electron microscope (SEM) analysis; optimize sample prep procedure and conditions and identify cut location based on pattern instructions
  • ◆Operate reactors to perform thin film processes, under limited supervision
  • ◆Operate scanning electron microscope for cross-section and top-view, critical dimension (CD), or energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) analysis and imaging
  • ◆Identify all patterns of interest in imaging and understand image quality

requirements

and sample/beam interaction to determine optimized condition

  • ✓Record process conditions and experimental observations
  • ✓Understand basic scanning electron microscope (SEM) principles
  • ✓Responsible for multiple technology products
  • ✓Perform scanning electron microscope (SEM) system software alignment functions and routine maintenance procedures including flash and plasma clean
  • ✓Evaluate wafers and thin films; prepare graphs and tables summarizing results
  • ✓Interface with requestors, understand detail requirements, and communicate on results; monitor Wafer In Process and maintain throughput
  • ✓Check performance of process system; order equipment and supplies, and coordinate with vendors and purchasing. Coordinate instrument repair and maintenance
  • ✓Perform routine shut down procedure and set up equipment for experiments

Qualifications

  • ✓Technical Diploma
  • ✓2-4 years of experience

Physical

Requirements

This position often requires extensive walking, standing for extended periods of time, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, working at height, lifting up to 35 lbs., the ability to distinguish between colors and working with electricity, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools. Additionally, because this position generally involves working in a clean room, it requires the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields.

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Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

What We Offer

Salary

$25.00 - $34.70

Location

Billerica,MA

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 .

As a Process Technician, you'll be responsible for preparing wafers for experimentation, operating reactors to perform thin film processes, and using scanning electron microscopes for analyses and imaging. You'll record process conditions and experimental observations, perform routine maintenance procedures, and evaluate wafers and thin films. Process Technicians are tasked with preparing cross-section samples for analysis, identifying patterns of interest in imaging, and operating laboratory process equipment and instrumentation. Your expertise in troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and process optimization drives higher levels of productivity, quality, and efficiency in our manufacturing processes.

Role

Time Type

Full time

Employee Type

Assignee / Regular

Travel

Not Specified

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.

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.

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