Supplier Engineering, New College Grad- Bachelor's (Santa Clara, CA)

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

Salary:

$80,000.00 - $110,000.00

Location:

Santa Clara,CA

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. 

Overview:
We are seeking a motivated recent college graduate to join our Supplier Engineering team. This role is ideal for candidates with a degree in Electrical Engineering and a strong interest in manufacturing and repair processes. You will work closely with experienced engineers and suppliers to ensure quality and reliability in our products while gaining hands-on experience in supplier development and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing engineering drawings and specifications to ensure clarity and manufacturability.
• Support new product introduction by coordinating with suppliers during early development phases.
• Help investigate alternate manufacturing processes for cost reduction and improved quality.
• Participate in supplier onboarding activities, ensuring new suppliers understand requirements and quality standards.
• Assist in supplier audits, including part-to-print verification and basic process reviews.
• Support supplier performance evaluations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with resolving quality issues by supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Contribute to production readiness assessments for new modules and transferred products.
• Document and communicate findings to cross-functional teams in a clear and concise manner.

Preferred Skills & Knowledge

• Basic understanding of electrical systems and components.
• Familiarity with repair processes or troubleshooting techniques (preferred).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T concepts.
• Exposure to quality tools and problem-solving methods (e.g., 8D, PFMEA) is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline).
• Up to 6 months of relevant experience (internship or project work counts).
• Interest in supplier quality, manufacturing processes, and repair operations.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please apply by January 30, 2026. Note: This position may close early based on application volume or candidate selection. 

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

New College Grad

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

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.

In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.