Who We Are

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

What We Offer

Location:

Leixlip,IRL

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. 

What You’ll Do 

As a Field Service Engineer, you'll serve as Applied’s direct liaison with our customers and quickly solve high-value problems on their behalf. By collaborating closely with our customers onsite to install, maintain, and upgrade Applied Materials equipment, and with our internal teams to improve business processes, you’ll make a significant impact on ensuring peak performance and deliver exceptional service, while becoming an integral part of Applied Materials' diverse and dynamic field team.  

Applicants must be flexible to work a 24/7 shift pattern and willing to travel off-site for up to 10 weeks for training

Role Responsibilities:  

• Perform field-based installation, configuration, maintenance, and upgrades of complex Applied Materials equipment, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and operational standards
• Use digital analytics for troubleshooting  
• Apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess equipment and address technical issues
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical, vacuum, mechanical, plasma, hydraulic, and gas systems (training provided) 
• Coordinate and communicate directly with customers 
• Fulfil additional duties, as assigned 

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Successful completion of an Associate Degree (or higher) in a relevant field.
• At least 2 years of work experience in customer/field service support, or a related technical field 
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics 
• Experience diagnosing and resolving basic technical challenges 
• Basic mechanical aptitude with pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, vacuum, or thermodynamics 
• Familiarity with hand tools and their appropriate usage, including digital multimeters 
• Effective written and verbal communication skills 
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint  
• Able to meet all on-site requirements, including safety and environmental guidelines

  

Physical Requirements:  

This position often requires extensive walking, standing for extended periods of time, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, working at height, lifting up to 35 lbs., the ability to distinguish between colors and working with electricity, the ability to work in an environment with noise that may be difficult for some individuals with sensitivity to noise, and the use of hand and power tools.  

Additionally, because this position generally involves working in a clean room, it requires the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields. 

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform field-based installation, configuration, maintenance, and upgrades of complex Applied Materials equipment, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and operational standards
• Use digital analytics for troubleshooting
• Apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess equipment and address technical issues
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical, vacuum, mechanical, plasma, hydraulic, and gas systems (training provided)
• Coordinate and communicate directly with customers
• Fulfil additional duties, as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of an Associate Degree (or higher) in a relevant field
• At least 2 years of work experience in customer/field service support, or a related technical field
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
• Experience diagnosing and resolving basic technical challenges
• Basic mechanical aptitude with pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, vacuum, or thermodynamics
• Familiarity with hand tools and their appropriate usage, including digital multimeters
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Able to meet all on-site requirements, including safety and environmental guidelines

Required Skills

• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
• Experience diagnosing and resolving basic technical challenges
• Basic mechanical aptitude with pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, vacuum, or thermodynamics
• Familiarity with hand tools and their appropriate usage, including digital multimeters
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Benefits & Perks

• Supportive work culture that encourages learning, development, and career growth
• Programs and support for personal and professional growth
• Care for health and wellbeing at work, home, or elsewhere