Industrial Engineer IV
Applied Materials · Santa Clara, CA
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Industrial
- Base pay
- $134k–$184k
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 10+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 2 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior industrial role at Applied Materials (industrial) in Santa Clara, CA.
- They ask for
- 10+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma
- Base pay
- $134k–$184k
- Openings
- 2 with this title at this site
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About the role
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Structure and break down complex business problems, develop hypotheses, drive analysis and deliver recommendations in a data-driven manner
- ◆Lead thoughtful and rigorous analysis across large data sets and synthesize insights and opportunities
- ◆Develop and present high-quality recommendation and deliverables for executive level consumption and contribute to associated strategy and execution discussions
- ◆Work collaboratively across a cross-functional set of stakeholders to gather the right information, pressure test hypotheses, co-create deliverables, accelerate execution and unlock value
- ◆Optimize operations and business processes that deliver measurable gains in business performance, cycle time reduction, and cost savings
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Requirements
- ✓Strong analytical skills – able to extract real insight from multiple data sources; expert level knowledge of Excel and Tableau or PowerBI
- ✓Proven experience working across cross‑functional business teams, including Engineering, Operations, Marketing, and Finance; prior management consulting or internal consulting experience preferred
- ✓Able to work effectively in a matrix environment and influence others
- ✓Excellent oral and written communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
- ✓Detail oriented, able to connect the dots and communicate complex ideas effectively
- ✓Broad understanding and experience including service business management, product development and financial reporting.
- ✓Knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma
Education
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent
- ✓MBA or equivalent business experience preferred
Experience
- ✓7-10 years relevant work experience, preferably in the Semiconductor industry or consulting
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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
$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 .
Be a part of an internal consulting team with high visibility to Applied Global Services executive leadership. Lead strategic projects to streamline business processes, influence business strategy, drive growth, improve operations, reduce costs, and drive business excellence. Own the complete project life cycle, from as-is analysis, opportunity identification and quantification, development of improvement streams and solutions, stakeholder buy-in, and implementation.
High impact role requiring relentless change management drive, rewarded with material impact to business unit performance. Opportunity to impact a ~$7B business while working across all business functions & leaders, thousands of engineers and business professionals, complex global logistics network, and a wide range of products and services.
Additional Information
Time Type
Full time
Employee Type
Assignee / Regular
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.