Engineering Design Support - Lead

Introduction: 

Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce every new chip and advanced display in the world. Engineering Design Support - Lead is responsible for Engineering Design manufacturability, taking care of initial design production releases, manage changes/revisions and help implement change Engineering releases by interfacing with Engineering and Operations.

Primary Responsibility: 

• Technically lead and/or execute engineering release projects.
• Ensures customer satisfaction via on time delivery of product releases in accordance with predetermined requirements and prompt resolution of complex issues of difficult scope for range of products.
• Ensures that all phases of project, program, and/or process development are documented, and that information required in other functional areas is reported, disseminated, or transferred, as appropriate. Ensures compliance with Company policies regarding safety, Engineering/Lab notebooks, patents, and confidentiality and safety.
• Interfaces with Engineering functions to coordinate the release of Parts/ assemblies/ modules and systems or/and product improvements. 
• Works with Engineering on resolution of SPS / NC and execute Engineering release following corporate procedures.
• Launches, releases, approves, and implements engineering change orders / Non-Standard Requests or Orders as required to support design engineering new/existing products.
• Coordinates with Design SMEs in the development of Tooling Design & Testing fixtures to achieve quality & Productive manufacturing build. 
• Participate in the New Product Builds & Determines root cause analysis for issues that arise during assembly and/or test of systems; drives short term & Long-term corrective actions. 
• Responsible for all assigned projects and programs completion in accordance with predetermined requirements, with specific attention to product/process specifications, project/program costs, resource utilization, and timeless completion.
• Effectively reviews work done by Junior Engineers, providing for professional development in addition to maximum productivity for the area.
• Evaluates work methods, procedures, and policies. Develops and maintains new business processes; edits as necessary to ensure current practices are documented. Mentors and trains junior engineers and Trainees.

Additional Responsibilities: 

•Applies DFx principles (Design for Manufacturing, Aesthetics, Ergonomics, Producibility, etc.) to reduce product costs and improve delivered product quality. 

•Performs other duties as assigned. Duties will vary according to the project in progress and/or the specific goals of engineering group.

•Performs Process Failure Mode, Effects and Criticality Analysis when working with New Product Development. 

•Performs Virtual build, to early detect mfg. build issues, and determines the best & optimized mfg. strategy, sourcing strategy, packaging & shipping strategy for the responsible module.

•Create and maintain Master Layout. 

Job Specific skills/Knowledge:  

•Requires demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing engineering discipline, theories, practices, and principles. 

•Product structure, bill of materials, product safety requirements, material handling, and root cause analysis. 

•Min. 5 Years of hands-on experience on NX/ Creo / TCAI CAD Tools.

•Working experience in interpreting manufacturing drawings with complex GD&T requirements. 

•Requires knowledge necessary to perform the job function such as an understanding of the engineering processes, DFx(Design for Excellence) engineering principles, value engineering, Producibility / manufacturability analysis, test & tooling

•Experience in handling Supplier problems and root cause analysis for short term & long-term corrective action. 

•Experience in Teamcenter recommended.

•Experience in understanding basic function of an ERP systems preferably SAP & apply them to perform activities efficiently. 

Education and Experience: 

7 – 10 Years of work Experience in the relevant Industry. 

Bachelor’s or Equivalent degree in mechanical/manufacturing or Equivalent. 

Problem Solving

• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action.

Interpersonal Skills

• Interaction normally requires the ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules.

Other Skills (Good to have): 

•DFm& DFp knowledge & experience 

•PFMECA process knowledge 

•Six sigma & Lean principles  

•Requires strong skills in Product technology, change management, problem solving, communication skills, customer orientation, personal effectiveness, team skills, and quality. 

•Must be able to manage dynamic priorities. 

Position requires always understanding of Applied Materials global Standards of Business Conduct and compliance with these standards. This includes demonstrating the highest level of ethical conduct reflecting Applied Materials' core values.

Applied Materials is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. 

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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.