Director - Customer Engineer

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

Location : Bangalore,IND

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. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

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Unique Opportunity

As a Customer / Field Service Engineer Lead er , you will play an integral role in supporting the first private semiconductor FAB in India and in building the semiconductor ecosystem within the country. This position offers the prospect of advancing your career alongside the industry while establishing a high-performing team from the ground up.

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Responsibilities

Building the Organization : Responsible for creating the Field Service Organization, which includes hiring, onboarding, and upskilling talent to meet business requirements.

Leadership : Provides direction, coaching, and development for team members.

Problem Solving : Identifies and resolves technical, operational, and organizational issues.

Customer Relationship Management : Maintains and develops relationships with customers.

Operational Management : Manages financial, manpower, and operational requirements.

Communication : Effectively communicates business progress, goals, and updates.

Safety Practices : Ensures appropriate safety practices among team members.

Quality Improvement : Promotes processes to reduce cycle time and drive continuous improvement.

Additional Requirement

Candidates must be willing to relocate to Singapore / Taiwan for up to 6-9 months upon employment and subsequently be based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat after the initial 12 months.

Domain Skills

Sound Industrial Engineering practices related to the Semiconductor Domain (e.g., preventive and corrective maintenance).

Comprehensive understanding of the semiconductor industry, wafer FAB equipment, and chip manufacturing processes.

In the absence of semiconductor domain experience, an equivalent background in biotechnology manufacturing or pharmaceutical manufacturing is preferred.

Experience - 15+ Years

Education

Bachelors / Masters in Engineering or Equivalent. Preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial, Chemical and Metallurgy.

Additional Certificationscomplementing the Semiconductor, Pharma or Biotechnology domain will be a value add.

Additional Information

Time Type : Full time

Employee Type : Assignee / Regular

Travel : Yes, 25% of the Time

Relocation Eligible :

Yes