RF/ Electrical Engineer

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Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, and validation of RF delivery subsystems and electrical components.
• Support RF system integration activities, including impedance matching networks, transmission lines, and related hardware.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Mechanical, Electrical, Process) to support design, testing, and issue resolution.
• Perform hands-on lab testing and characterization of RF and electro-mechanical systems using standard measurement equipment.
• Troubleshooting RF and high-voltage system issues using structured problem-solving approaches.
• Analyze test data and provide insights to improve system performance and reliability.
• Support EM and circuit simulations using standard tools to aid design validation and optimization.
• Document test results, analysis, and design updates through clear technical reports and presentations.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to discussions on design improvements and validation results.
• Ability to code, develop additions to data solvers, as well as data post-processing

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with ~ 8- 10 years of relevant experience (or Master’s with (5-8 years), PhD with 2- 4 years experience; or equivalent experience. or equivalent practical experience.
• Working knowledge of RF fundamentals, transmission lines, and impedance matching concepts.
• Familiarity with RF/EM simulation tools such as HFSS, ADS, Q3D, or similar.
• Experience with circuit design and simulation tools (SPICE, ADS, or equivalent).
• Exposure to lab equipment such as network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a structured approach to problem solving.
• Basic scripting or programming exposure (Python, MATLAB, or similar) is desirable.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to semiconductor equipment or industrial systems is a plus.
• Appreciates learning and understanding challenges and limitations within other disciplines on system designs
• Good understanding of high-voltage and RF power systems.
• Familiarity with PCB/schematic tools (OrCAD, Cadence, or similar).
• Interest in EM modeling and simulation-driven design.
• Willingness to learn cross-disciplinary concepts (mechanical, thermal, plasma interaction).
• Experience with RF/uW generator/source, impedance matching network, transmission line, and antennas.
• Technical working experience: 100 KHz to 100 MHz, Watt to Kilo-Watt ranges, and high voltage DC delivery.
• Familiar with high voltage (>10 KV) and high current (>100 Arms) design rules; arcing, tracking, heat, and parasitic.

Behavioral Expectations

• Demonstrates willingness to learn and grow technically.
• Works effectively within a team environment.
• Takes ownership of assigned tasks and delivers with quality and accountability.

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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.