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R&D Mechanical Engineer (m/w/d) - semiconductor industry

Applied Materials

Applied Materials

Other Engineering
Heimstetten, Kirchheim bei München, Germany
Posted on Jan 5, 2026

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

Location:

Heimstetten,DEU

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 Mechanical Engineer, you’ll leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to process and resolve mechanical problems, design and implement custom mechanical tooling and associated processes, and enable the handling, assembly, and disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and modifying mechanical engineering layouts, schematics, and specifications. You will oversee manufacturing and installation processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations-- and you'll coordinate the procurement and assembly of mechanical components and equipment for design projects, identifying sources of critical parts and subsystems to resolve technical issues.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Identify and troubleshoot a wide range of complex mechanical problems with limited to no supervision

  • Lead or execute engineering projects, including the development of key suppliers

  • Develop, design, or modify engineering layouts, schematics, or drawings/specifications of complex scope

  • Communicate with internal and external customers regarding a wide range of complex mechanical issues for specific projects

  • Implement concepts for a range of complex product issues and solutions

  • Design, develop and implement custom mechanical tooling, fixturing and associated processes; enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies; establish standards across operational processes; serve as a technical expert on specialized projects or programs

  • Generate product specifications

  • Define, coordinate, perform and generate engineering test reports; specify and review engineering documentation; specify or perform complex engineering analysis

  • Clearly communicate complex concepts and influence various perspectives


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • 7-10 years of experience

  • Subject-matter expertise with CAD software, PLM, precision turned/milled parts and assembly design, material selection, manufacturing methods, GD&T, Design for Excellence principles, and thermal/modal/structural analysis


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of the Applied Materials product life cycle, including prototyping, packaging, material selection and manufacturing methods

Sounds interesting? Then it is best to apply via our online portal.

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Applied Materials Integrated Circuit Testing GmbH
Ammerthalstrasse 20
85551 Heimstetten near Munich
www.appliedmaterials.com

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.