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Customer Engineer roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a technical field and meets DOL prevailing-wage standards. Employers file PERM labor certification before sponsoring permanent residency, making this a direct path to a green card without lottery risk.
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INTRODUCTION
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: $42.50 - $58.90
- 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.
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.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Install, maintain, and upgrade customer equipment
- Apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess equipment and address technical issues, with assistance from Senior Field Service Engineers [Customer Engineers]
- Collaborate with Senior Field Service Engineers [Customer Engineers] and/or the customer to understand roadmaps, process flows, inflection points, requirements, and business challenges
- Train and mentor junior Field Service Engineers [Customer Engineers]
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical, vacuum, mechanical, plasma, hydraulic, and gas systems
- Coordinate and communicate directly with customers
- Fulfill additional duties, as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree, military technical training, or 4-7 years minimum of field service experience in semiconductor industry
- Advanced mechanical aptitude with pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, vacuum, and/or thermodynamics
- Strong knowledge of hand tools and their appropriate usage, including digital multimeters
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a passport, if travel is required
- Able to meet all on-site requirements, including safety, environmental guidelines, and COVID-19 protocols
Physical Requirements
This position often requires extensive walking, standing for extended periods of time, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, working at height, lifting up to 35 lbs., the ability to distinguish between colors and working with electricity, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools. Additionally, because this position generally involves working in a clean room, it requires the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Time Type: Full time
- Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
- Travel: Yes, 10% 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.

INTRODUCTION
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: $42.50 - $58.90
- 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.
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.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Install, maintain, and upgrade customer equipment
- Apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess equipment and address technical issues, with assistance from Senior Field Service Engineers [Customer Engineers]
- Collaborate with Senior Field Service Engineers [Customer Engineers] and/or the customer to understand roadmaps, process flows, inflection points, requirements, and business challenges
- Train and mentor junior Field Service Engineers [Customer Engineers]
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical, vacuum, mechanical, plasma, hydraulic, and gas systems
- Coordinate and communicate directly with customers
- Fulfill additional duties, as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree, military technical training, or 4-7 years minimum of field service experience in semiconductor industry
- Advanced mechanical aptitude with pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, vacuum, and/or thermodynamics
- Strong knowledge of hand tools and their appropriate usage, including digital multimeters
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a passport, if travel is required
- Able to meet all on-site requirements, including safety, environmental guidelines, and COVID-19 protocols
Physical Requirements
This position often requires extensive walking, standing for extended periods of time, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, working at height, lifting up to 35 lbs., the ability to distinguish between colors and working with electricity, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools. Additionally, because this position generally involves working in a clean room, it requires the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Time Type: Full time
- Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
- Travel: Yes, 10% 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Customer Engineer
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
PERM requires your role to demand at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. Document how your engineering or computer science degree directly maps to customer-facing technical implementation work, not general problem-solving skills.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search DOL OFLC disclosure data to identify companies that have filed PERM applications for Customer Engineer roles. Employers already familiar with the process move faster and are less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-filing due to internal HR friction.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility before applying
Customer Engineer roles can qualify under EB-3 for degreed professionals or EB-2 if the position requires an advanced degree or specialized expertise. Ask hiring managers which category their legal team files under, since this affects your priority date and wait time.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers directly
Filtering by green card sponsorship history saves weeks of manual research. Migrate Mate surfaces Customer Engineer roles at employers with verified PERM and I-140 filing history, so you apply where sponsorship is already established practice.
Negotiate sponsorship start timing before accepting an offer
PERM cannot be filed until you've been employed and your employer can demonstrate recruitment efforts. Clarify in writing when your employer plans to begin the PERM process, since delays past the one-year mark at a role extend your total green card timeline significantly.
Verify prevailing wage requirements for your metro area
DOL sets prevailing wages for Customer Engineer roles by location and experience level using the OFLC Wage Search. If your offered salary falls below the applicable wage level, PERM certification will be denied, so confirm the wage tier before the offer is finalized.
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Find Customer Engineer JobsCustomer Engineer Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Customer Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Customer Engineer positions typically qualify under EB-3 for degreed professionals when the role requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field. If the position requires an advanced degree or the candidate has specialized expertise that exceeds standard degree requirements, EB-2 may apply. Your employer's immigration counsel determines the category based on the actual job duties and minimum requirements posted during PERM recruitment.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Customer Engineers?
Green card sponsorship through PERM targets permanent residency, not a temporary work period. Unlike the H-1B, EB-3 has no annual lottery and the cap of 40,000 visas affects wait times primarily for applicants from India and China rather than most other nationalities. The process takes longer, often two to four years from PERM filing to approval, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a status that must be renewed or extended.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for this role?
Your employer files a PERM application with DOL demonstrating that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the Customer Engineer position at the prevailing wage for your metro area. This requires a formal recruitment period with specific advertising steps. DOL reviews the recruitment results and, if satisfied, certifies the application. PERM certification then enables the employer to file the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS on your behalf.
How can I find Customer Engineer jobs where employers already sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate filters Customer Engineer roles specifically by employers with verified PERM and I-140 filing history, saving you from applying to companies with no sponsorship track record. Identifying employers who have completed the PERM process for similar roles before significantly reduces the risk that a company will hesitate or withdraw once you reach the sponsorship stage.
Can I switch employers after my green card process has started?
If your I-140 has been approved and your priority date is more than 180 days old, AC21 portability allows you to change employers and carry your priority date to a new sponsoring employer, provided the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification. For Customer Engineers, moving to a comparable technical implementation or solutions engineering role at a new company generally satisfies the same-or-similar standard, but your new employer must file a new PERM and I-140 to continue the process.
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