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Who We Are 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. What We Offer Salary: $110,500.00 - $152,000.00 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 . Position will report to the Director of EHS responsible for operations in Sunnyvale and Santa Clara. Environmental, Health & Safety Program Management Support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety management systems. Ensure site programs effectively minimize risks to employees, the environment, and the surrounding community. Partners with site leaders, engineering teams, facilities personnel, and other stakeholders to integrate EHS requirements into business operations. Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and standards. Monitor EH&S performance metrics and provide regular reporting to site leadership. Regulatory Compliance Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental, health, safety, fire, and building code regulations. Track, interpret, and assess emerging EH&S legislation and regulatory requirements and implement compliance actions as needed. Serve as a liaison with local, regional, and federal regulatory agencies, inspectors, and authorities having jurisdiction. Manage environmental permitting requirements, including air, wastewater, and hazardous waste compliance activities. Support compliance audits, inspections, recordkeeping, and reporting activities. Incident Management and Risk Reduction Lead and oversee environmental, health, and safety incident investigations. Conduct root cause analyses and ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented and closed effectively. Analyze incident data and trends to identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Communicate investigation findings and recommendations to management and affected stakeholders. Technical EHS Support Provide leadership and technical guidance for site programs including: New Chemical Reviews Hazard Communication Benchmark Gensuite Environmental, Health & Safety Systems Management of Change (MoC) Fire and Building Code Reviews Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) / Control of Hazardous Energy Confined Space Program Powered Industrial Truck Program Crane and Hoist Safety Fall Protection and Working at Heights Accident and Incident Investigation Tool Installation Design Reviews Hazardous Waste Determination Environmental Permitting (Air, Water, and Waste) Training and Employee Engagement Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees and contractors. Promote employee engagement and a proactive safety culture through effective communication and collaboration. Communicate EHS requirements, expectations, and performance results to all levels of the organization. Site Assessments and Project Support Conduct routine inspections of laboratories, cleanrooms, office spaces, support infrastructure, and auxiliary equipment areas. Participate in design reviews and construction projects to ensure EHS requirements are incorporated during planning and implementation. Support assigned EHS projects and provide timely updates to management regarding progress, risks, and escalations. Maintain effective communication and coordination across site functions. Emergency Response Participate as a member of the site's Emergency Response Team. Support emergency preparedness programs and respond to emergencies, including occasional after-hours situations when required. Required Qualifications: Education Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Experience 5+ years of professional experience in Environmental, Health & Safety within semiconductor, manufacturing, research and development, high-technology, or related industrial environments. Experience managing EHS compliance programs and regulatory requirements. Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses. Experience interacting with regulatory agencies and conducting compliance audits. Technical Knowledge Knowledge of OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, hazardous waste regulations, fire codes, and building code requirements Experience with environmental permitting programs including air, wastewater, and hazardous waste management. Understanding of management systems, risk assessment methodologies, and continuous improvement principles. Experience with Benchmark Gensuite modules for incident management, compliance tracking, and management of change preferred. Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong project management and organizational skills. Ability to influence stakeholders and build consensus across multiple functions. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Teams. Physical Requirements Ability to wear required PPE including safety shoes, eye protection, fall protection equipment, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields. Ability to work in cleanroom environments while wearing coveralls, hoods, booties, gloves, and other required protective equipment. Ability to walk and stand on hard surfaces for extended periods. Ability to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, and scaffolding. Ability to recognize and respond quickly to alarms, warning signals, and hazardous situations. Ability to respond rapidly during emergencies and assist others during evacuations. Visual capability to identify and safely respond to workplace hazards. Working Conditions Extended periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, squatting, and lifting. Combination of office, laboratory, cleanroom, and industrial work environments. Occasional work in confined spaces and outdoor environments. Exposure to varying weather conditions when supporting outdoor operations. Regular interaction with machinery, powered industrial vehicles, and industrial equipment. Work near electrical, chemical, radiation, and mechanical hazards while following established safety procedures. Work in environments with elevated noise levels from equipment, alarms, and facility systems. Extended periods of desk and computer work. Additional Requirements Valid driver's license required. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. Ability to communicate effectively through Microsoft Teams, including participation in video meetings. Competencies: Functional Knowledge Demonstrates advanced practical and conceptual expertise within Environmental, Health & Safety and a working knowledge of related disciplines. Business Expertise Understands industry best practices and how EHS programs integrate with broader business operations. Maintains awareness of industry trends and competitive factors affecting EHS performance. Leadership Serves as a resource and mentor to less experienced team members. Leads small to medium-sized projects with moderate risk and resource requirements. Problem Solving Solves complex technical and operational problems through data analysis and sound professional judgment. Applies innovative approaches to improve existing processes and systems. Impact Influences operational, project, customer, and service activities across multiple departments. Operates effectively within established policies and broad organizational guidelines. Interpersonal Skills Communicates complex or sensitive information clearly and effectively. Builds partnerships, gains alignment, and fosters collaboration across diverse stakeholder groups. Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible: No 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. 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. In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us via e-mail at Accommodations_Program@amat.com, or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at 877-612-7547, option 1, and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
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When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.