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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:
$116,000.00 - $159,500.00
Location:
Austin, TX, 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.
Job Description
Recognized as an expert within the company. Anticipates internal and or external business challenges and/or regulatory issues; recommends process, product or service improvements. Solves unique and complex problems that have a broad impact on the business. Engages with internal and external customers to identify and quantify productivity and efficiency improvement opportunities for a factory and equipment by utilizing Industrial Engineering methods, analytics, Lean Operations, Six Sigma and OR (Operation Research) models. Leads project teams to achieve milestones and objectives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manages and participate in complex Industrial Engineering and Operations Research related projects to improve semiconductors productivity and efficiency.
- Conduct a current-state assessment of business processes and identification of improvement opportunities. Based on this assessment, design, implement, and manage process improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Operations, Six Sigma methodologies.
- Train, mentor, and coach Champions, in the use of Lean Operations, Six Sigma tools and methodology to ensure timely completion of projects with expected client results.
- Participate in productivity improvement studies such as cycle time reduction, Gemba and output improvement, and implementation in related to effective and efficient use of assets and production processes.
- Use Industrial Engineering techniques such as simulation, value stream analysis, business process re-engineering, lean operations, six sigma and Gemba to analyze and quantify and improve semiconductors fab’s operations.
- Develops continual improvement roadmap and oversees the deployment of these strategies across multiple functions.
- Use Applied Materials software (Simulation and other proprietary applications) to develop models to automate the process of data analytics.
- Develop and implement models for cost, capacity, staffing and cycle time.
- Manage cost of ownership projects (CoO). Engage with customers to identify and drive cost reduction, quantify the value of CIP’s and improvement projects, develop a CoO pareto with Year over Year targets and roadmap.
FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE
- Regarded as the technical expert in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research in the semiconductor industry.
- Demonstrates in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in Industrial Engineering and broad knowledge of semiconductor operations.
- Direct experience with demonstrated success and financial results leading Lean improvements, Six Sigma transactional & manufacturing projects.
- Technical mastery of Lean Operations, Six Sigma tools and methodologies including DMAIC, DFSS, and Lean.
- Effective change agent, able to implement strategic initiatives in an organization.
- Must possess effective project management skills and ability to influence at all levels of an organization.
BUSINESS EXPERTISE
- Anticipates business and regulatory issues; recommends product, process or service improvements.
- Utilize benchmarking to identify best practices, both internal and external to the organization.
- Comfortable presenting findings and recommendations to key executives.
- Semiconductor industry experience.
LEADERSHIP
- Ability to lead and influence others within a matrix organization.
- Lead strategic projects while managing risk and resource requirements.
- Ability to effectively coach and mentor Champions and Process Owners.
- Resolves obstacles/roadblocks, serves as a sounding board for problem resolution.
PROBLEM SOLVING
- Solves unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions.
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree or master’s degree in Industrial Engineering.
- Green Belt, Black Belt certification preferred.
Years of experience: 7+ years in semiconductor industry preferred, 3+ Years of Continuous Improvement experience required.
Travel: Yes, 20%-30% of the Time.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 25% 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:
$116,000.00 - $159,500.00
Location:
Austin, TX, 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.
Job Description
Recognized as an expert within the company. Anticipates internal and or external business challenges and/or regulatory issues; recommends process, product or service improvements. Solves unique and complex problems that have a broad impact on the business. Engages with internal and external customers to identify and quantify productivity and efficiency improvement opportunities for a factory and equipment by utilizing Industrial Engineering methods, analytics, Lean Operations, Six Sigma and OR (Operation Research) models. Leads project teams to achieve milestones and objectives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manages and participate in complex Industrial Engineering and Operations Research related projects to improve semiconductors productivity and efficiency.
- Conduct a current-state assessment of business processes and identification of improvement opportunities. Based on this assessment, design, implement, and manage process improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Operations, Six Sigma methodologies.
- Train, mentor, and coach Champions, in the use of Lean Operations, Six Sigma tools and methodology to ensure timely completion of projects with expected client results.
- Participate in productivity improvement studies such as cycle time reduction, Gemba and output improvement, and implementation in related to effective and efficient use of assets and production processes.
- Use Industrial Engineering techniques such as simulation, value stream analysis, business process re-engineering, lean operations, six sigma and Gemba to analyze and quantify and improve semiconductors fab’s operations.
- Develops continual improvement roadmap and oversees the deployment of these strategies across multiple functions.
- Use Applied Materials software (Simulation and other proprietary applications) to develop models to automate the process of data analytics.
- Develop and implement models for cost, capacity, staffing and cycle time.
- Manage cost of ownership projects (CoO). Engage with customers to identify and drive cost reduction, quantify the value of CIP’s and improvement projects, develop a CoO pareto with Year over Year targets and roadmap.
FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE
- Regarded as the technical expert in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research in the semiconductor industry.
- Demonstrates in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in Industrial Engineering and broad knowledge of semiconductor operations.
- Direct experience with demonstrated success and financial results leading Lean improvements, Six Sigma transactional & manufacturing projects.
- Technical mastery of Lean Operations, Six Sigma tools and methodologies including DMAIC, DFSS, and Lean.
- Effective change agent, able to implement strategic initiatives in an organization.
- Must possess effective project management skills and ability to influence at all levels of an organization.
BUSINESS EXPERTISE
- Anticipates business and regulatory issues; recommends product, process or service improvements.
- Utilize benchmarking to identify best practices, both internal and external to the organization.
- Comfortable presenting findings and recommendations to key executives.
- Semiconductor industry experience.
LEADERSHIP
- Ability to lead and influence others within a matrix organization.
- Lead strategic projects while managing risk and resource requirements.
- Ability to effectively coach and mentor Champions and Process Owners.
- Resolves obstacles/roadblocks, serves as a sounding board for problem resolution.
PROBLEM SOLVING
- Solves unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions.
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree or master’s degree in Industrial Engineering.
- Green Belt, Black Belt certification preferred.
Years of experience: 7+ years in semiconductor industry preferred, 3+ Years of Continuous Improvement experience required.
Travel: Yes, 20%-30% of the Time.
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 25% 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 Visa Sponsorship as an Industrial Engineer
Align your degree to the specialty occupation standard
H-1B1 visa requires your role to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning a directly related bachelor's degree is mandatory. Industrial Engineering degrees satisfy this, but roles titled 'Operations Manager' or 'Process Coordinator' can draw scrutiny if the employer's job description dilutes the engineering requirements.
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Find Industrial Engineer roles at employers with documented H-1B1 Singapore sponsorship history using Migrate Mate. Targeting companies that have filed before eliminates the time spent educating HR teams about a visa category most U.S. hiring managers have never processed.
Request the LCA before signing your offer letter
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and receive certification before your consulate appointment. Ask for the certified LCA early so you can confirm wage level and job duties match your application, catching discrepancies before they delay your visa stamp.
Use OFLC Wage Search to validate your offered wage
DOL sets prevailing wage floors for Industrial Engineers by metropolitan area and experience level. Pull your position's wage data from OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer, so you know whether the employer's number meets the LCA threshold and won't trigger a wage-level deficiency.
Prepare an O*NET-linked job duties summary
Consular officers assess whether your specific role meets the specialty occupation definition. Bring a written summary of your duties cross-referenced against the O*NET profile for Industrial Engineers, showing the theoretical and practical engineering knowledge your day-to-day work actually requires.
Time your consulate appointment around project start dates
H-1B visa1 Singapore consulate processing is typically faster than H-1B USCIS adjudication, often clearing within a few business days after interview. Coordinate with your employer to schedule your appointment so the visa stamp arrives before your onboarding date, not weeks into the role.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Industrial Engineer role qualify for the H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Yes. Industrial Engineering is a recognized specialty occupation under H-1B1 criteria because it requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a directly related field. Roles focused on systems optimization, process design, or efficiency analysis typically satisfy this standard. Job titles that blur into general management without engineering-specific duties can face additional consular scrutiny, so the employer's job description should emphasize technical and analytical responsibilities.
How does H-1B1 Singapore compare to H-1B for Industrial Engineers?
H-1B1 Singapore gives Singaporean nationals a direct consulate path with no lottery and no USCIS petition requirement, making it faster and more predictable than H-1B. The main trade-off is that H-1B1 doesn't confer dual intent, so you can't simultaneously pursue permanent residence on this status the way some H-1B holders do. For Industrial Engineers focused on building U.S. work experience without lottery uncertainty, H-1B1 Singapore is a structurally cleaner option.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B1 Singapore visas for Industrial Engineers?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by H-1B1 Singapore sponsorship history, so you can identify employers in manufacturing, logistics, and operations who have already navigated the filing process for this visa category. Starting your search there avoids spending interview cycles on companies that lack the HR infrastructure or willingness to process an H-1B1 LCA for a Singaporean national.
What happens to my H-1B1 status if my Industrial Engineer role is restructured by my employer?
If your employer significantly changes your job duties, work location, or wage level, they're required to file an amended LCA with DOL before those changes take effect. A restructuring that removes the engineering-specific functions from your role could jeopardize your specialty occupation classification. You'd have a 60-day grace period after a layoff or status-ending event to find a new employer willing to sponsor a fresh H-1B1 application.
Can I bring my spouse or dependents to the U.S. on H-1B1 Singapore?
Yes. Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 can accompany you on H-4 dependent visas, which are processed at the same consulate appointment or separately. H-4 holders can live in the U.S. and attend school but don't receive automatic work authorization. If your spouse wants to work, they'd need to qualify independently for their own visa category or pursue an EAD through a separate immigration basis.
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