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

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. 

About The Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Design Engineer (m/f/d) with a strong foundation in precision machining and design for manufacturability. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on shop floor experience in high-tech manufacturing environments and a deep understanding of mechanical design principles, including GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead mechanical design projects from concept through to product release. 
• Develop designs optimized for manufacturability and cost efficiency. 
• Apply advanced GD&T principles and perform tolerance stack analyses. 
• Collaborate closely with vendors and manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility, quality, and cost effectiveness. 
• Create detailed 3D models and engineering drawings using CAD tools. 
• Support prototype development and testing, incorporating feedback into design iterations. 
• Participate in design reviews and cross-functional team meetings. 
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with engineering standards. 
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field. 
• Minimum 5 years of combined practical and theoretical experience in mechanical design and manufacturing. 
• Apply advanced GD&T principles and perform tolerance stack analyses. 
• Collaborate closely with vendors and manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility, quality, and cost effectiveness. 
• Create detailed 3D models and engineering drawings using CAD tools. 
• Support prototype development and testing, incorporating feedback into design iterations. 
• Participate in design reviews and cross-functional team meetings. 
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with engineering standards. 
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field. 
• Minimum 5 years of combined practical and theoretical experience in mechanical design and manufacturing. 

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Strong expertise in precision machining and familiarity with a wide range of manufacturing processes including:  
• Turning, milling, welding, electro-erosion, polishing, etc. 
• Proven experience in design for manufacturability and cost optimization. 
• Excellent knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and tolerance stack-up. 
• Hands-on experience in high-tech manufacturing environments, preferably involving precision mechanics and diverse materials. 
• Demonstrated success in vendor collaboration and project completion to product release. 
• Fluent in English, with good proficiency in German. 
• Experience with PLM systems and engineering change processes. 
• Strong expertise in precision machining and familiarity with a wide range of manufacturing processes including:  
• Turning, milling, welding, electro-erosion, polishing, etc. 
• Proven experience in design for manufacturability and cost optimization. 
• Excellent knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and tolerance stack-up. 
• Hands-on experience in high-tech manufacturing environments, preferably involving precision mechanics and diverse materials. 
• Demonstrated success in vendor collaboration and project completion to product release. 
• Fluent in English, with good proficiency in German. 
• Experience with PLM systems and engineering change processes. 

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with ISO standards and quality systems. 
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. 

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

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.