Electrical Engineer (Semiconductor Equipment – Customer Specification & Compliance)

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

Location:

Hwaseong-Lucestar,KOR

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 an Electrical Engineer, you are responsible for designing, modifying, and troubleshooting electrical or electronic engineering assemblies, layouts, schematics, and drawings to advance the equipment that supports our technology. Using your technical experience and critical thinking skills, you will perform engineering analysis, generate test reports, develop innovative solutions, and create documentation for product releases. You will also coordinate the procurement and assembly of components, identify sources of critical parts, and resolve technical issues to ensure peak performance.

What You’ll Do 

As an Electrical Engineer, you’ll serve as the key technical owner for customer common specification review and electrical safety compliance on semiconductor manufacturing equipment.

You’ll partner closely with customers, Sales, Field Service Engineering, BU Engineering, and Design Safety teams to review specifications, resolve electrical and safety issues, and ensure our tools meet Korean and international standards. 

Role Responsibilities 

• Lead customer common specification reviews (Electrical & EHS) and drive compliance for new and updated tool programs 
• Conduct customer meetings and specification review discussions, communicating issued items and counterplans 
• Review electrical drawings and lead new AC Rack (MPD) design and configuration checks with BU Engineering and the AC Rack team 
• Support SEMI S2 certification activities and coordinate SEMI Working Group, KOSHA, and PSM-related items 
• Interpret electrical concepts and standards to solve equipment issues and coach Customer Engineering teams on electrical topics 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering 
• 7+ years of experience with semiconductor manufacturing equipment as an Electrical Engineer 
• Strong understanding of electrical drawings and electrical concepts for semiconductor equipment 
• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Knowledge of SEMI S2 requirements with hands-on certification experience 
• Familiarity with international standards including IEC, UL, and NFPA 79 
• Experience designing AC Racks (MPD) or AC Boxes 
• Experience in customer specification review, compliance, and customer-facing meetings 
• Positive and collaborative mindset 

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% 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.