New College Grad - Product Safety Engineer (Bachelors/Masters - Santa Clara, CA)

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.

Salary: $90,000.00 - $124,000.00 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 .

SUMMARY The Product Safety Engineer supports the design, evaluation, and compliance of Applied Materials products so that they meet company, customer, and regulatory safety requirements. Working within multifunctional teams and under the mentorship of senior engineers and subject matter experts, this entry-level engineer evaluates the introduction of new technologies and their potential interaction with other systems using structured risk assessment methods such as FMEA and FTA, and helps drive corrective actions that minimize risk to employees, customers/facility, and the environment.

Participates in cross-functional evaluations of new technologies and their potential interaction with other systems using structured risk assessment methods (FMEA, FTA, HazOp, SEMI S10). Assists in developing and implementing programs that minimize risk to employees, customers/facility, and the environment relating to Applied products. Supports product and system safety analysis on components, subsystems, and complete systems under the guidance of senior engineers. Participates in compliance evaluation of products against company, industrial guidelines, standards and governmental requirements. Supports design reviews from a product safety perspective, providing early input to design teams. Reviews engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications to identify potential safety hazards and non-conformances. ANALYSIS, INVESTIGATION & REPORTING Builds proficiency in FMEA, FTA, HazOp, SEMI S10, 8D, and other investigation and assessment methodologies. Assists in investigating incidents, concerns and various product safety events; collects and analyzes pertinent data and helps document corrective and preventive actions. Tracks corrective actions arising from third-party product safety tool assessments to closure with the responsible internal organizations. Maintains accurate documentation and records to support audits, certifications, and customer safety reviews. COLLABORATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Works within multifunctional teams (design, systems, manufacturing, field service, Regional EHS and quality) to resolve safety findings during product development. Supports internal and external customer inquiries on code, industry guideline or standards compliance issues, escalating complex or precedent-setting matters to senior staff. Assists in preparing materials and technical inputs for company procedures and industry standards forums. Develops working knowledge of applicable semiconductor equipment safety standards (e.g., SEMI S2/S8/S10, NFPA 79, EU Machinery Regulation/CE Marking, IEC 61010-1, etc.). Progressively builds toward subject matter expertise in Product Safety and independent ownership