[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Applied Materials jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/applied-materials/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Applied Materials · Santa Clara, CA # Process Engineer Director Santa Clara, CA Full-time Director $185,000.00 - $254,000.00 Manufacturing & Production Listed on Applied Materials’s official careers site. Posted October 2, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Applied Materials’s careers site →](https://amat.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Santa-ClaraCA/Process-Engineer-Director_R2629273) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Applied Materials](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/applied-materials/) / Process Engineer Director ## Job description ### 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: $185,000.00 - $254,000.00 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. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 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. Learn more about our benefits. ### Key Responsibilities - Leads practical applications of scientific theory and unusually complex processes in the development and ongoing technical management of the unit's product line - Leads research, development and implementation in new products and extensions or enhancements to existing product line Interact with key customers to resolve unusually complex process engineering issues for the unit's product line to address our customers High Value Problems (HVP) - Leads alpha engineering program regarding all process technology related issues for the units product line Responsible for alpha and beta product release for business unit's product line - Participates in strategic planning to integrate research and development processes with both the unit and the Product Business Group's overall business plan - Identify, select and work with vendors and suppliers Functional Knowledge Recognized as “guru” or external expert in a function - Demonstrates broad and comprehensive expertise in leading-edge theories, techniques and/or technologies within own field ### Business Expertise - Influences internal/external business and/or regulatory issues that have an impact on the business Leadership - Leads highly visible multidisciplinary project teams or initiatives; provides thought leadership Problem Solving Proactively identifies and solves the most complex problems; uses ground-breaking methods to think beyond existing solutions Impact Impacts business direction through the development of innovative services or products ### Interpersonal Skills - Negotiates with senior management, customers, regulators or vendors to influence decisions Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible: No 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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 2, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 11, 2026 - Listed for: 9 days - Location: Santa Clara, CA - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $185,000.00 - $254,000.00[Apply on Applied Materials’s careers site →](https://amat.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Santa-ClaraCA/Process-Engineer-Director_R2629273) ## More jobs at Applied Materials ### [2027 New College Grad - Process Engineer III - Doctorate (Winter 2026 Start)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/applied-materials/jobs/a0fe039b19d794e82da3/) Santa Clara, CA ### [2027 Summer Intern - Process Engineer - BS/MS Degree (Santa Clara, CA)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/applied-materials/jobs/33ee7f02a0a695a22c5e/) Santa Clara, CA ### [2027 Summer Intern - Process Engineer - PhD, (Santa Clara)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/applied-materials/jobs/dd78fc7cba3486906b70/) Santa Clara, CA ### [Advanced Packaging Process Engineer III (E3)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/applied-materials/jobs/642a04c5685bf6eca9fe/) Santa Clara, CA ### [Chemical Delivery/Flow Control Device Quality Engineer E4](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/applied-materials/jobs/127c1e09ccb4185d57c9/) Santa Clara, CA ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Director, Process Enablement](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cargill/jobs/f517387da5289ef3d21f/) Cargill · Wayzata, Minnesota ### [Senior Director, Business Process Sales Leader](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/b64ab302f9e2795108d7/) Microsoft · United States, Multiple Locations ### [Director, Business Process Excellence](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/equinix/jobs/6c8409597ab0030851f6/) Equinix · Toronto, Ontario, Canada +2 more ### [Director Financial Disbursements and Process Optimization](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/daiichi-sankyo/jobs/4dbb7cedccd1ab8c3b9e/) Daiichi Sankyo · Basking Ridge, NJ, USA ### [Senior Process Engineer - Process Liason](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/fbd9a3c89c67465d663f/) BAE Systems · Nashua, New Hampshire, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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