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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:
$128,000.00 - $176,000.00
Location:
Rochester, NY
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.
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.
Role Responsibilities:
- Identify and troubleshoot a wide range of complex mechanical problems with limited to no supervision
- Lead or execute engineering projects, including the development of key suppliers
- Develop, design, or modify engineering layouts, schematics, or drawings/specifications of complex scope
- Communicate with internal and external customers regarding a wide range of complex mechanical issues for specific projects
- Implement concepts for a range of complex product issues and solutions
- Design, develop and implement custom mechanical tooling, fixturing and associated processes; enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies; establish standards across operational processes; serve as a technical expert on specialized projects or programs
- Generate product specifications
- Define, coordinate, perform and generate engineering test reports; specify and review engineering documentation; specify or perform complex engineering analysis
- Clearly communicate complex concepts and influence various perspectives
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 7-10 years of experience
- Subject-matter expertise with CAD software, thermodynamics, sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods, GD&T, flow analysis and/or Design for Excellence principles
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the Applied Materials product life cycle, including prototyping, packaging, material selection and manufacturing methods
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
No
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.
Job ID R2617537
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:
$128,000.00 - $176,000.00
Location:
Rochester, NY
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.
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.
Role Responsibilities:
- Identify and troubleshoot a wide range of complex mechanical problems with limited to no supervision
- Lead or execute engineering projects, including the development of key suppliers
- Develop, design, or modify engineering layouts, schematics, or drawings/specifications of complex scope
- Communicate with internal and external customers regarding a wide range of complex mechanical issues for specific projects
- Implement concepts for a range of complex product issues and solutions
- Design, develop and implement custom mechanical tooling, fixturing and associated processes; enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies; establish standards across operational processes; serve as a technical expert on specialized projects or programs
- Generate product specifications
- Define, coordinate, perform and generate engineering test reports; specify and review engineering documentation; specify or perform complex engineering analysis
- Clearly communicate complex concepts and influence various perspectives
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 7-10 years of experience
- Subject-matter expertise with CAD software, thermodynamics, sheet metal design, material selection, manufacturing methods, GD&T, flow analysis and/or Design for Excellence principles
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the Applied Materials product life cycle, including prototyping, packaging, material selection and manufacturing methods
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
No
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.
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Document your equipment certifications before applying
Applied Materials works with highly specialized semiconductor and electronics manufacturing equipment. Certifications in vacuum systems, robotics maintenance, or cleanroom protocols strengthen your petition by demonstrating specialty-level technical competency that supports an H-1B or EB-3 filing.
Target fab and field service mechanic requisitions
Applied Materials posts Mechanic roles tied to specific product lines like CVD, PVD, and etch systems. Applying to requisitions aligned with equipment you have direct service experience on signals role-specific fit and makes the LCA and H-1B specialty occupation argument more defensible.
Understand how OPT bridges to H-1B at hardware manufacturers
If you're on F-1 OPT, Applied Materials can employ you while filing an H-1B cap-subject petition for the April lottery. The 60-day OPT grace period does not extend your work authorization if you resign or are laid off, so track your I-20 end date carefully.
Clarify visa sponsorship scope during the offer stage
Before signing, confirm whether Applied Materials will cover the EB-3 PERM labor certification process for permanent residence, not just the initial H-1B. Large electronics manufacturers often have tiered sponsorship policies that treat temporary and immigrant petitions differently for hourly versus salaried roles.
Use Migrate Mate to find open Mechanic roles at Applied Materials
Filtering by visa type and employer is critical when you need confirmed sponsorship, not just posted openings. Migrate Mate lets you search Applied Materials Mechanic positions specifically by the visa categories the company actively files, saving time you'd otherwise spend cross-referencing DOL disclosure data.
Align your resume to DOL prevailing wage job descriptions
Applied Materials' compliance team files LCAs with DOL before sponsoring any work visa. Structuring your resume around the specific duties and skill levels defined in DOL's prevailing wage determinations for industrial mechanics strengthens the job match and reduces petition scrutiny.
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Does Applied Materials sponsor H-1B visas for Mechanics?
Yes. Applied Materials sponsors H-1B visas for Mechanic roles, though eligibility depends on whether the specific position qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS criteria. Roles involving advanced semiconductor equipment maintenance, precision diagnostics, or systems requiring a bachelor's degree or equivalent technical training in a specific field are most likely to meet that threshold.
How do I apply for Mechanic jobs at Applied Materials?
Applications go through Applied Materials' careers portal, where you can filter by job function and location. To find roles that actively support visa sponsorship, browse Migrate Mate's listings for Applied Materials Mechanic positions filtered by visa type. When you apply, be explicit about your visa status and target start date so the recruiting team can assess sponsorship timelines from the outset.
Which visa types does Applied Materials commonly use for Mechanic roles?
Applied Materials files across several visa categories for technical and skilled trades functions, including H-1B and H-1B1 for specialty occupation roles, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying mechanic classifications, F-1 OPT and CPT for students in engineering or industrial technology programs, and EB-2 or EB-3 immigrant visa pathways for candidates pursuing permanent residence.
What qualifications does Applied Materials look for in sponsored Mechanic candidates?
Applied Materials typically expects hands-on experience with semiconductor capital equipment, including tools used in deposition, etch, or ion implantation processes. Formal training in electronics, mechatronics, or electromechanical systems is often required rather than preferred. Cleanroom experience and familiarity with safety protocols specific to the electronics manufacturing environment strengthen an application considerably for roles tied to fab operations.
How do I know what to expect for sponsorship timelines at Applied Materials?
For H-1B cap-subject petitions, the annual lottery runs in March with an October 1 start date, so you need an offer in place before early April. EB-3 PERM sponsorship involves a DOL labor certification process that can take a year or more before an I-140 is filed. For TN or H-1B1 categories, timelines are shorter since those are not subject to the annual cap.
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