2026 New College Grad - Mechanical Engineer Iii - Phd (santa Clara, Ca)

Applied Materials

Santa Clara, CA, US
Base: $124,000.00 - $171,000.00; bonus/equity: pyr...
3d cad design and release
Mechanical design of tool subassemblies
Tolerance analysis and gd&t
Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world

Job Summary

  • Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world.
  • As a Mechanical Engineer, you will leverage your strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and materials science to design and optimize mechanical devices and systems while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
  • The Mechanical Engineer Development Program provides structured training and hands-on projects to build skills and career paths in the fast-growing semiconductor industry.

Matching Summary

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world.

Salary

Base: $124,000.00 - $171,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Participation in bonus and stock award program possible; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3D CAD design and release
  • Mechanical design of tool subassemblies
  • Tolerance analysis and GD&T
  • FEA and thermal/structural/flow analysis
  • Prototype build and lab testing
  • Manufacturing and installation oversight

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership experience
  • Flexible and adaptable mindset
  • Collaborative interdisciplinary teamwork
  • Problem solving with new perspectives
  • Supportive global company culture

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • GPA of 3.5 or above on a 4.0 scale
  • Previous internship or related field experience
  • Ability to travel 10% of the time
  • Relocation eligible

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