Manufacturing Engineer (m/f/d) - for 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:

Feldkirchen,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. 

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As a Manufacturing Engineer, you are responsible for developing and maintaining methods, operating sequences, and processes in the fabrication of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. You'll work closely with other engineering functions to coordinate the release of product improvements and new products, and you'll use engineering principles to estimate and reduce manufacturing costs, improve product quality, determine time standards, and make recommendations for tooling and process requirements. Your expertise in lean principles, automation, and continuous improvement will be instrumental in driving operational excellence and achieving higher levels of productivity and cost-effectiveness. You'll develop and use test procedures, evaluate test results, and assess work methods, procedures, and policies to identify root cause issues and solutions that ensure operational success.

 

 

Role Overview

As a Manufacturing Engineer at Applied Materials - Munich office, you will play a key role in shaping stable, efficient, and scalable manufacturing operations across assembly and test. You will work at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain, supporting both current production and new product introductions.

This position is designed for a high-potential candidate who not only brings strong technical and problem-solving capabilities, but also demonstrates the leadership mindset, ownership, and communication skills required to act as a future deputy for the Manufacturing Manager.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve manufacturing methods, processes, and operating sequences for assemblies, modules, and systems.
• Lead manufacturing engineering activities across the product lifecycle, including early product development (PLC), ramp-up, and stable production.
• Drive issue identification and resolution on the shop floor using structured problem-solving methods (NCs, DMRs, SPS, RCCA, PFMEA).
• Own and coordinate build and test documentation (e.g. OMS, White Book) ensuring accuracy, compliance, and manufacturability.
• Orchestrate and execute change control activities (ECO, NSR, CCB, CES), ensuring impacts on quality, cost, delivery, and capacity are managed.
• Lead and support Design for Excellence (DFx) initiatives to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize cycle time and operational efficiency.
• Provide strong floor support and technical guidance to manufacturing teams, suppliers, and contract manufacturers.
• Plan, coordinate, and support controlled builds, site transitions, and production ramp activities to ensure stable and repeatable output.
• Manage manufacturing engineering projects, including tooling, fixturing, line design, and process validation.
• Act as a technical and organizational role model by mentoring junior engineers and supporting leadership tasks as deputy to the Manufacturing Manager.

What We Look For

• Strong manufacturing engineering background with end-to-end process understanding
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority
• Hands-on mindset combined with structured, analytical problem-solving
• Clear communication skills in English and German
• Visible leadership potential, ownership mentality, and readiness to step into broader responsibility
• Straightforward, transparent behavior with the ability to address topics clearly and constructively
• Flexibility and adaptability in dynamic manufacturing and project environments
• Win-win mindset with a strong focus on collaboration and sustainable solutions
• No silo thinking – acts across organizational boundaries with a holistic, site- and business-oriented perspective

Looking for an expert ready to engage and deploy expertise immediately

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.