Principal/ Senior Reliability Engineer
Applied Materials · Singapore · 11mo ago
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:
Singapore,SGPYou’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.
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About Us
Applied Materialsis an innovation-driven company.We are the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world.Our ability to identify emerging technologies that can complement and leverage Applied’s materials engineering expertise is critical to the company’s continued growth.
About this role
We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Principal/ Senior Reliability Engineer to support the introduction and scale-up of our next-generation semiconductor manufacturing line. This role will be pivotal in ensuring robust reliability performance through technology transfer, early-stage validation, and high-volume production. You will collaborate across engineering, design, quality, and manufacturing teams to influence product development decisions and ensure smooth ramp-up from pilot to production.
Responsibilities:
Develop and execute advanced reliability test strategies across the product lifecycle, from concept through mass production.
Lead and document reliability risk assessments including Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
Manage the Reliability Lab, including test equipment calibration, setup of chambers/fixtures, and maintaining best-in-class testing standards.
Prepare detailed reliability test plans, results, and reports with a focus on prioritization and on-time execution.
Provide design guidance and influence multi-disciplinary teams to improve product robustness and long-term reliability.
Support technology transfer and process integration efforts during factory ramp-up, ensuring efficient and disciplined execution.
Collaborate globally across time zones, with flexibility to travel between Southeast Asia and the United States (up to 15%).
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Microelectronics, Physics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related).
Strong foundation in semiconductor processes (deposition, etch, lithography, metrology) and device fundamentals.
Proficiency in reliability testing, statistical analysis, and acceleration models, with a track record of executing programs and mitigating risk in manufacturing or R&D.
Familiarity with advanced failure-analysis tools and methods (e.g., optical microscopy, X-ray/CT, SEM/EDX).
Proven track record in driving process transfer, reliability test execution, and risk mitigation in a manufacturing or R&D environment.
Experience with consumer electronics or semiconductor reliability programs.
Work Location:
North
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Yes, 20% of the TimeRelocation Eligible:
NoApplied 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.