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Product Support Engineer roles sit at the intersection of technical depth and customer-facing problem-solving, making them strong candidates for H-1B visa specialty occupation classification. Employers in SaaS, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise software regularly sponsor H-1B visas for this title, with LCA filings reflecting active hiring across the country.
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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:
$124,000.00 - $171,000.00
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.
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.
Position Summary
Applied Materials is seeking a Global Product Support (GPS) Engineer to support installation, startup, qualification, and ongoing operation of the Kinex™ Hybrid Bonding platform being deployed for the CTO advanced packaging development programs.
The successful candidate will serve as the primary equipment support engineer responsible for bringing the system from installation through process readiness while coordinating closely with Facilities, BESI, Applied Materials product engineering teams, and CTO process development teams.
This role combines hands-on equipment support, system integration, startup execution, facilities coordination, and vendor engagement. The engineer will play a key role in establishing Kinex as a strategic advanced packaging platform supporting die-to-wafer hybrid bonding, optical interconnect, and next-generation heterogeneous integration development.
Key Responsibilities
Installation & Startup
- Support Kinex installation activities from tool dock through release to engineering users
- Coordinate Tier 0, Tier 1 and Tier 2 startup activities
- Drive closure of installation punch-list items
- Support factory acceptance and site acceptance activities with vendors
- Develop recovery plans for installation and startup issues
Facilities Integration
- Support Facility Data Sheet (FDS) development and updates
- Coordinate with Facilities, EHS and infrastructure teams
- Define and validate tool utility requirements
- Support hookup and qualification activities
Equipment Support
- Perform troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, automation, and process-related issues
- Develop preventative maintenance procedures
- Support uptime improvement efforts
- Analyze equipment performance and reliability trends
- Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions
Vendor & Product Engineering Engagement
- Act as primary technical interface with BESI and Kinex product engineering teams
- Coordinate technical reviews, service activities, upgrades, and modifications
- Manage escalation of hardware and software issues
- Support implementation of engineering changes and new capabilities
Advanced Packaging Development Support
- Support hybrid bonding process development activities
- Work closely with CTO process engineers and researchers
- Enable wafer-to-wafer and die-to-wafer bonding development
- Support new module integration and experimental hardware evaluations
Minimum Qualifications
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering or related engineering discipline
- 3–7 years of engineering experience in semiconductor equipment – new college graduates applications will NOT be considered
- Experience supporting semiconductor manufacturing or development equipment
- Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work across facilities, vendors, process engineering, and operations teams
Preferred Qualifications
Highly Desired
- Experience with advanced packaging equipment
- Experience with hybrid bonding, wafer bonding, die attach, packaging, or assembly systems
- Experience with wet clean processes and systems
- Equipment installation and startup experience
- Facilities hookup and utility integration experience
- Vendor management and supplier coordination experience
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting complex semiconductor equipment
Preferred
- Knowledge of:
- Automated material handling systems
- Vacuum systems
- Plasma processing systems
- Wet processing equipment
- Metrology systems
- Experience generating or reviewing:
- Site prep / installation documentation
- Equipment specifications
- Startup plans
- Qualification procedures
Bonus Qualifications
- Prior experience with BESI equipment
- Hybrid bonding process knowledge
- 300 mm equipment experience
- Project management experience
- Cleanroom construction or tool installation experience
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.
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:
$124,000.00 - $171,000.00
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.
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.
Position Summary
Applied Materials is seeking a Global Product Support (GPS) Engineer to support installation, startup, qualification, and ongoing operation of the Kinex™ Hybrid Bonding platform being deployed for the CTO advanced packaging development programs.
The successful candidate will serve as the primary equipment support engineer responsible for bringing the system from installation through process readiness while coordinating closely with Facilities, BESI, Applied Materials product engineering teams, and CTO process development teams.
This role combines hands-on equipment support, system integration, startup execution, facilities coordination, and vendor engagement. The engineer will play a key role in establishing Kinex as a strategic advanced packaging platform supporting die-to-wafer hybrid bonding, optical interconnect, and next-generation heterogeneous integration development.
Key Responsibilities
Installation & Startup
- Support Kinex installation activities from tool dock through release to engineering users
- Coordinate Tier 0, Tier 1 and Tier 2 startup activities
- Drive closure of installation punch-list items
- Support factory acceptance and site acceptance activities with vendors
- Develop recovery plans for installation and startup issues
Facilities Integration
- Support Facility Data Sheet (FDS) development and updates
- Coordinate with Facilities, EHS and infrastructure teams
- Define and validate tool utility requirements
- Support hookup and qualification activities
Equipment Support
- Perform troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, automation, and process-related issues
- Develop preventative maintenance procedures
- Support uptime improvement efforts
- Analyze equipment performance and reliability trends
- Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions
Vendor & Product Engineering Engagement
- Act as primary technical interface with BESI and Kinex product engineering teams
- Coordinate technical reviews, service activities, upgrades, and modifications
- Manage escalation of hardware and software issues
- Support implementation of engineering changes and new capabilities
Advanced Packaging Development Support
- Support hybrid bonding process development activities
- Work closely with CTO process engineers and researchers
- Enable wafer-to-wafer and die-to-wafer bonding development
- Support new module integration and experimental hardware evaluations
Minimum Qualifications
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering or related engineering discipline
- 3–7 years of engineering experience in semiconductor equipment – new college graduates applications will NOT be considered
- Experience supporting semiconductor manufacturing or development equipment
- Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work across facilities, vendors, process engineering, and operations teams
Preferred Qualifications
Highly Desired
- Experience with advanced packaging equipment
- Experience with hybrid bonding, wafer bonding, die attach, packaging, or assembly systems
- Experience with wet clean processes and systems
- Equipment installation and startup experience
- Facilities hookup and utility integration experience
- Vendor management and supplier coordination experience
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting complex semiconductor equipment
Preferred
- Knowledge of:
- Automated material handling systems
- Vacuum systems
- Plasma processing systems
- Wet processing equipment
- Metrology systems
- Experience generating or reviewing:
- Site prep / installation documentation
- Equipment specifications
- Startup plans
- Qualification procedures
Bonus Qualifications
- Prior experience with BESI equipment
- Hybrid bonding process knowledge
- 300 mm equipment experience
- Project management experience
- Cleanroom construction or tool installation experience
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 H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Product Support Engineer
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
Product Support Engineer must require a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a closely related field to qualify as a specialty occupation. Pull the O*NET profile for your exact job code to confirm the degree requirement before applying.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Product Support Engineer roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this title. DOL disclosure data shows which companies have a real sponsorship track record, not just an open requisition.
Document your technical depth before registration
USCIS scrutinizes Product Support Engineer petitions more when the role overlaps with generalist helpdesk work. Gather architecture diagrams, escalation logs, or API documentation you've authored to demonstrate the role requires specialized engineering knowledge.
Ask recruiters about cap-exempt entity eligibility
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research institutions are cap-exempt H-1B employers. Product Support Engineer roles at these entities can start immediately without waiting for the October 1 fiscal year start date.
Confirm your prevailing wage level with OFLC Wage Search
Product Support Engineers are frequently filed at Level I or II. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location before negotiating an offer, so the LCA wage matches what you'll actually be paid.
Request premium processing for tight transition timelines
If you're changing employers and your current H-1B grace period is running down, ask your new employer to file with premium processing. USCIS adjudicates premium petitions within 15 business days, reducing the gap between authorization periods.
H-1B Visa Product Support Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Support Engineer role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, if the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field such as computer science, software engineering, or information systems. Roles that accept any degree or substitute years of experience for a degree without a clear equivalency argument are at higher risk of an RFE from USCIS challenging specialty occupation status.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Product Support Engineers?
SaaS companies, cloud infrastructure providers, enterprise software vendors, and fintech firms file the most LCAs for Product Support Engineer titles. These employers typically need engineers who can troubleshoot integrations, debug APIs, and manage escalations that require deep product knowledge. You can browse verified H-1B sponsors for this role directly on Migrate Mate.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer as a Product Support Engineer?
Yes. Under the H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B petition, as long as your previous status was lawfully maintained. You don't need to wait for USCIS approval, but the new employer must file before your current authorized period ends.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for this role?
A detailed job duty description showing the role requires specialized engineering knowledge is critical. Supporting documents include architecture or system design materials you've contributed to, evidence of escalation ownership, any certifications in relevant platforms, and a clear explanation of how your degree field maps to the technical requirements of the position.
How does the H-1B lottery affect Product Support Engineer job seekers?
If your target employer is a cap-subject company, your petition enters the annual H-1B lottery with 65,000 regular cap slots and an additional 20,000 for U.S. master's degree holders. Selection isn't guaranteed, so many candidates apply to multiple cap-subject employers simultaneously or prioritize cap-exempt organizations to reduce lottery risk.