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Engineering Technician III

Job ID
R2515056
Date posted
07/08/2025
Location
Gloucester, Massachusetts
Category
Engineering

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Engineering Technician III to perform moderately complex electro-mechanical functions in a dynamic lab environment as a full-time on-site role. This position will initially focus on supporting the Applied MaterialsCentura rapid thermal processing systems, ensuring optimal performance through operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and system upgrades.

Key Responsibilities

  • System Operation & Maintenance
    • Perform system operation to align with the business priority set forth by Lab Management
    • Maintenance, testing, checkout, and modification of electro-mechanical systems and specialized test equipment.
    • Diagnose and resolve system-level and component-level issues in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and vacuum systems.
    • Execute new system installations and upgrades as required.
  • Technical Documentation & Collaboration
    • Interpret schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation to conduct testing and troubleshooting.
    • Collaborate closely with process engineers and technicians to minimize equipment downtime and maintain SPC control.
    • Maintain accurate logbooks and develop or revise departmental procedures.
    • Support process development by performing rework and identifying corrective actions for equipment malfunctions.

Additional Requirements

  • Ability to work in physically demanding conditions, including prolonged standing, bending, squatting, and lifting at least 25 pounds to shoulder height.
  • Comfortable working in environments with noise, confined spaces, and cleanroom protocols.
  • Proficient in the use of hand and power tools, implementing LOTO procedures.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally for training purposes.

Qualifications

  • Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s  Degree in a relevant technical field.
  • Experience: 2–4 years of hands-on experience in electro-mechanical systems, preferably in a semiconductor or high-tech environment.  Direct hands-on experience with maintaining Applied Materials RTP is preferable.

Qualifications

Education:

Associate's Degree

Skills

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

2 - 4 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Shift:

10-Day 8-Hr (United States of America)

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

U.S. Salary Range:

$25.00 - $34.65

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.