+ Join a network of experts within Applied Materials FABVANTAGE team working closely with Service and Sales to propose solutions for customer high value problems (HVP). + Function as either Project Manager or Subject Matter Expert (SME) leading discussions with customers to understand their High Value Problems (HVP), propose and implement new Continuous Improvement Projects (CIP), capture learning to maximize service opportunities and implement the solutions to improve customer KPI's. + Increases CSA value through defect/variability/COO reduction and PM/process Cpk/matching/Output optimization. + Drive performance improvement utilizing analytics, equipment knowledge, and continuous improvement methodologies. + Engages with customers during development, transfer, ramp and HVM to understand the impact of unit process steps on fab KPI’s like yield, output and cost for a fleet of tools. + Engages in strategic new application/product introduction projects to capture learnings and maximize service opportunities. + Identifies opportunities and drives CIP’s to improve tool performance. + Works closely with customers and FSO teams to meet CSA performance KPI’s and gross margin objectives. + Works closely with customers to demonstrate and drive the adoption of new service technologies including FabVantage Offerings at the customer site through Demos, on site evaluations and Joint Development Programs + Resolves complex tool issues utilizing analytics, equipment and process knowledge and systematic FV troubleshooting methodologies for effective root cause diagnostics and issues resolution. + Captures learnings and case studies in FV knowledge base to develop new BKM’s and communicate to SBU/BU to strengthen Applied products. + Supports resolution of process related escalations. + Identifies opportunities for CSA renewal/upsell/penetration. **Knowledge & Skills:** + In depth knowledge of hardware on one or more areas (CVD, PVD, ETCH, IMPLANT), experience with 2 or more technologies strongly preferred or expert level in 1 technology + Factory floor experience working in high volume manufacturing + Technical expertise as demonstrated by improvement projects or field problem solving examples + Vacuum theory and strong fab experience with complex vacuum systems + HVM process tool, in-line metrology, and defect basic knowledge + In-depth and/or breadth of expertise in own discipline and broad knowledge of other Fab Engineering disciplines + Basic integration knowledge + Strong Project management skills **Education:** Bachelor's Degree **Qualifications** **Education:** Bachelor's Degree **Skills:** **Certifications:** **Languages:** **Years of Experience:** 7 - 10 Years **Work Experience:** **Additional Information** **Time Type:** Full time **Employee Type:** Assignee / Regular **Travel:** Yes, 10% of the Time **Relocation Eligible:** No **U.S. Salary Range:** $120,000.00 - $165,000.00 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 committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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.