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Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.
What We Offer
Salary:
$84,000.00 - $115,500.00
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.
Overall Responsibilities:
This posting is for a DDP New Product Introduction (NPI) instructor based in Austin, TX or Santa Clara, CA. This position is a combination technical instructor and technical expert role on existing and new products. The position requires work to be conducted within the business unit (BU) manufacturing and the development lab to learn the new products under development, gain experience on the startup and sustaining production tasks on the tool, and develop/deliver initial classroom and hands-on training on the tool. Once the tool transitions to volume production, the NPI instructor will train and certify the volume instructor, who then takes over the product from a training ownership standpoint.
The position will require learning, and application of that learning, on three fronts – (1) training fundamentals; (2) existing products; and (3) new product training development. Training fundamentals will cover the training methodology, tools, materials and confidence to deliver both live distance learning (LDL) and instructor-led hands-on (ILT) course delivery. Existing products start with basic operations and maintenance, followed by troubleshooting and diagnostics, and eventually mastery of the tool. Product training development will require content development and project management skills to help bring a new tool design from concept to reality, through the development of comprehensive training curriculum, student guides, and supporting materials and technologies.
Due to the scheduling of PDP/NPI product development, the NPI instructor will often be researching, gaining knowledge/experience, and developing/delivering for several new tools/chambers at a time, so project management, training/presentation experience, and technical acumen (mechanical, electrical, troubleshooting, etc.) of semiconductor equipment is required.
Basic breakdown of time is:
- ~45% learning the new tool and gaining knowledge and experience (mechanical, electrical, software, process, etc.) and developing the course materials, structure and updating of existing courses
- ~35% delivering training or coordinating structured factory OJT
- ~20% other activities
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver specialized New Product Introduction (NPI) technical training both in-house and at customer locations, requiring domestic and international travel. Manage classroom and lab activities to ensure course objectives are met and adhere to safety procedures. Training may occur during off-shift hours and weekends as assigned.
- Learn and maintain comprehensive technical knowledge of new and improved products to prepare and present defined courses. Disseminate new information to staff, complete certifications on multiple platforms and processes, including safety modules, and actively certify others. Establish new certification requirements.
- Follow and engage in Product Development Process (PDP) for all NPI products at Phase Gate 3 or earlier to ensure completion of NPI course to support the tool immediately prior to shipment of second tool to field.
- Utilize Technical Publications and System Product Business Groups to maximize documentation efficiencies. Create and augment documentation to address gaps in released materials, evaluate instructor performance, train others in standard course development processes (Instructional System Design), and oversee course design approval.
- Provide technical expertise and troubleshooting skills to assist with system repairs; ensures system functionality can support course objectives; ensures all safety retrofits are installed on the training systems.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Global Technical Training organization and operations, as well as the Applied Global Services (AGS) organization. Inform customers of additional Global Technical Training (GTT) courses and products, assist marketing in building customer relationships and selling GTT products, analyze customer issues and needs to identify future training opportunities, and present comprehensive training solutions.
- Provide coaching and leadership to other instructors, serving as a mentor to less senior instructors for class delivery, technical development, and certification. Anticipate, prevent, and resolve customer satisfaction issues.
- Manage multiple projects of diverse scope and complexity, directing project team members.
- Support Early Learning System (ELS) / Alpha Site engineering in-house or on engineering tools, review ECOs, and communicate with the field.
- Assist Global Product Support (GPS) in the generation of documentation.
- Develop new procedures and Best Known Methods.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing on the first chamber build and participate in new product final testing.
- Develop technical materials working directly with Instructional Designers (ID).
- Observe technical activities to determine operating procedure and detail.
- Interview personnel to become familiar with products & methods.
- Study technical documents to integrate technology, operating procedures, production sequences, and details.
- Review published materials and recommend revisions.
- Communicate with Business Units to obtain current product information for course updates and represent GTT at product NPI meetings.
Functional Knowledge
- Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.
Business Expertise
- Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.
Leadership
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.
Problem Solving
- Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
Impact
- Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies.
Interpersonal Skills
- Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.
Qualifications/Experience:
- Bachelor degree in engineering, education, or training, or equivalent military experience, PLUS 4 years of professional semiconductor equipment experience in installation, programming, safety, maintenance, operation, troubleshooting, and repair of semiconductor machinery equipment (such as robots, programmable controllers, power supplies, pneumatics, vacuum systems, power distributions, facilities, high voltage systems, high current systems, and robot controllers), following manuals, specifications, blueprints, and schematics, and using hand tools, measuring instruments, and testing equipment.
- If you have no bachelor’s degree, 6 years of professional semiconductor equipment experience.
- 2 years of formal or informal experience in education, performance-based training, or training/presentation delivery to external customers is desirable.
- Preferred - Nationally recognized certification in “Instructional Design” or 2 years of formal or informal experience in curriculum development and/or instructional design. Attaining Friesen, Kaye and Associates (FKA) instructional designing certification is a plus.
- Preferred – Experience with Applied Materials Semiconductor Equipment highly desired - experience with Applied DDP equipment a plus.
Skills Required:
- Excellent communication, presentation, problem solving, teamwork and interpersonal communication skills; Resourceful, able to work and learn independently where necessary; Highly self-motivated and dedicated professional.
- Presentation skills, written communication, training delivery, project/information management, self-development, presenting technical information, self-confidence, dealing with complexity, Microsoft Office skills.
- Equipment usage: office equipment, power supplies, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, volt meters, soldering irons, hand tools, power tools, and personal computers.
- Semiconductor equipment skills: operations, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, alignments, calibrations, and system-level troubleshooting skills on analog/digital electronics.
- Knowledge of MS Windows applications and computer networking a plus.
- Experience in e-Learning a plus.
- Experience in videography and photography a plus.
- Experience in application or usage of advanced technologies (AR, VR, CGI) highly desired.
Travel:
Position requires the ability to travel for up to 35% per year.
Relocation Eligible:
Yes
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 the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.
What We Offer
Salary:
$84,000.00 - $115,500.00
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.
Overall Responsibilities:
This posting is for a DDP New Product Introduction (NPI) instructor based in Austin, TX or Santa Clara, CA. This position is a combination technical instructor and technical expert role on existing and new products. The position requires work to be conducted within the business unit (BU) manufacturing and the development lab to learn the new products under development, gain experience on the startup and sustaining production tasks on the tool, and develop/deliver initial classroom and hands-on training on the tool. Once the tool transitions to volume production, the NPI instructor will train and certify the volume instructor, who then takes over the product from a training ownership standpoint.
The position will require learning, and application of that learning, on three fronts – (1) training fundamentals; (2) existing products; and (3) new product training development. Training fundamentals will cover the training methodology, tools, materials and confidence to deliver both live distance learning (LDL) and instructor-led hands-on (ILT) course delivery. Existing products start with basic operations and maintenance, followed by troubleshooting and diagnostics, and eventually mastery of the tool. Product training development will require content development and project management skills to help bring a new tool design from concept to reality, through the development of comprehensive training curriculum, student guides, and supporting materials and technologies.
Due to the scheduling of PDP/NPI product development, the NPI instructor will often be researching, gaining knowledge/experience, and developing/delivering for several new tools/chambers at a time, so project management, training/presentation experience, and technical acumen (mechanical, electrical, troubleshooting, etc.) of semiconductor equipment is required.
Basic breakdown of time is:
- ~45% learning the new tool and gaining knowledge and experience (mechanical, electrical, software, process, etc.) and developing the course materials, structure and updating of existing courses
- ~35% delivering training or coordinating structured factory OJT
- ~20% other activities
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver specialized New Product Introduction (NPI) technical training both in-house and at customer locations, requiring domestic and international travel. Manage classroom and lab activities to ensure course objectives are met and adhere to safety procedures. Training may occur during off-shift hours and weekends as assigned.
- Learn and maintain comprehensive technical knowledge of new and improved products to prepare and present defined courses. Disseminate new information to staff, complete certifications on multiple platforms and processes, including safety modules, and actively certify others. Establish new certification requirements.
- Follow and engage in Product Development Process (PDP) for all NPI products at Phase Gate 3 or earlier to ensure completion of NPI course to support the tool immediately prior to shipment of second tool to field.
- Utilize Technical Publications and System Product Business Groups to maximize documentation efficiencies. Create and augment documentation to address gaps in released materials, evaluate instructor performance, train others in standard course development processes (Instructional System Design), and oversee course design approval.
- Provide technical expertise and troubleshooting skills to assist with system repairs; ensures system functionality can support course objectives; ensures all safety retrofits are installed on the training systems.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Global Technical Training organization and operations, as well as the Applied Global Services (AGS) organization. Inform customers of additional Global Technical Training (GTT) courses and products, assist marketing in building customer relationships and selling GTT products, analyze customer issues and needs to identify future training opportunities, and present comprehensive training solutions.
- Provide coaching and leadership to other instructors, serving as a mentor to less senior instructors for class delivery, technical development, and certification. Anticipate, prevent, and resolve customer satisfaction issues.
- Manage multiple projects of diverse scope and complexity, directing project team members.
- Support Early Learning System (ELS) / Alpha Site engineering in-house or on engineering tools, review ECOs, and communicate with the field.
- Assist Global Product Support (GPS) in the generation of documentation.
- Develop new procedures and Best Known Methods.
- Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing on the first chamber build and participate in new product final testing.
- Develop technical materials working directly with Instructional Designers (ID).
- Observe technical activities to determine operating procedure and detail.
- Interview personnel to become familiar with products & methods.
- Study technical documents to integrate technology, operating procedures, production sequences, and details.
- Review published materials and recommend revisions.
- Communicate with Business Units to obtain current product information for course updates and represent GTT at product NPI meetings.
Functional Knowledge
- Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.
Business Expertise
- Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.
Leadership
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.
Problem Solving
- Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
Impact
- Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies.
Interpersonal Skills
- Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus.
Qualifications/Experience:
- Bachelor degree in engineering, education, or training, or equivalent military experience, PLUS 4 years of professional semiconductor equipment experience in installation, programming, safety, maintenance, operation, troubleshooting, and repair of semiconductor machinery equipment (such as robots, programmable controllers, power supplies, pneumatics, vacuum systems, power distributions, facilities, high voltage systems, high current systems, and robot controllers), following manuals, specifications, blueprints, and schematics, and using hand tools, measuring instruments, and testing equipment.
- If you have no bachelor’s degree, 6 years of professional semiconductor equipment experience.
- 2 years of formal or informal experience in education, performance-based training, or training/presentation delivery to external customers is desirable.
- Preferred - Nationally recognized certification in “Instructional Design” or 2 years of formal or informal experience in curriculum development and/or instructional design. Attaining Friesen, Kaye and Associates (FKA) instructional designing certification is a plus.
- Preferred – Experience with Applied Materials Semiconductor Equipment highly desired - experience with Applied DDP equipment a plus.
Skills Required:
- Excellent communication, presentation, problem solving, teamwork and interpersonal communication skills; Resourceful, able to work and learn independently where necessary; Highly self-motivated and dedicated professional.
- Presentation skills, written communication, training delivery, project/information management, self-development, presenting technical information, self-confidence, dealing with complexity, Microsoft Office skills.
- Equipment usage: office equipment, power supplies, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, volt meters, soldering irons, hand tools, power tools, and personal computers.
- Semiconductor equipment skills: operations, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, alignments, calibrations, and system-level troubleshooting skills on analog/digital electronics.
- Knowledge of MS Windows applications and computer networking a plus.
- Experience in e-Learning a plus.
- Experience in videography and photography a plus.
- Experience in application or usage of advanced technologies (AR, VR, CGI) highly desired.
Travel:
Position requires the ability to travel for up to 35% per year.
Relocation Eligible:
Yes
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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Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation standards
The H-1B1 visa requires your Instructor role to demand a specific bachelor's degree or higher. Pull your O*NET occupation profile for your teaching specialty to confirm the degree requirement before targeting employers.
Target institutions with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Instructor roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for H-1B1 visa or H-1B visa positions, so you're applying to schools and training organizations already familiar with sponsorship paperwork.
Check prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Your employer must certify your wage meets the DOL prevailing rate for your Instructor role and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search with your specific occupation code before you receive an offer so you enter negotiations informed.
Clarify the LCA filing timeline with your employer
Many Singaporean professionals don't realize the employer must file and receive a certified LCA from DOL before your consular appointment. Confirm this step is underway early so visa processing doesn't stall after you've accepted an offer.
Bring your degree equivalency documentation to the consulate
If your Singaporean degree is a three-year qualification, prepare a credential evaluation showing U.S. equivalency to a four-year bachelor's degree. Consular officers assess specialty occupation on the spot, and gaps in documentation can trigger delays.
Plan your two-year renewal cycle around academic calendars
H-1B1 visa status is granted in one-year increments and must be renewed at the consulate, not through a USCIS change-of-status filing. Align your renewal appointment with semester breaks so you're not traveling mid-semester.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Instructor role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as education, a subject-matter discipline, or instructional design. Roles where any degree suffices, regardless of field, typically don't qualify. Your employer documents the degree requirement in the Labor Condition Application, and the consular officer makes the final determination at your interview.
How is the H-1B1 Singapore visa different from the H-1B for Instructor positions?
The H-1B1 visa skips the H-1B lottery entirely and is processed directly at the U.S. consulate in Singapore without a USCIS petition, which means faster access to the U.S. for Instructor roles. The trade-off is that H-1B1 visa status is issued in one-year increments and doesn't carry dual intent, so you can't pursue a green card while on H-1B1 without careful planning.
How do I find Instructor employers who already sponsor H-1B1 Singapore visas?
Migrate Mate lets you search Instructor roles filtered by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for H-1B1 visa or related specialty occupation categories, so you're not cold-applying to institutions unfamiliar with the process. This filing history is pulled from DOL disclosure data and updates regularly.
Can my employer file the H-1B1 petition on my behalf if I'm still in Singapore?
The H-1B1 visa doesn't require a USCIS petition at all. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL and provides supporting documents, then you apply directly at the consulate with that certified LCA in hand. There's no I-129 petition, no USCIS approval notice, and no waiting for a receipt number before you can schedule your interview.
What happens to my H-1B1 status if my Instructor contract ends before renewal?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or depart the U.S. Your employer isn't required to notify USCIS of a termination in the same way H-1B employers are, but your authorized stay still ends with the job. Starting your job search before contract end dates is the safest approach.