
Automation & Technology Solutions Engineer
Gloucester, MAFull-time$96–132K/yrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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Job overview
Applied Materials seeks an Automation & Technology Solutions Engineer to improve manufacturing processes and facilities. The role leads industrial engineering projects, evaluates ergonomics, develops plant layouts and material-handling systems, and supports product introductions into volume manufacturing. It also maintains production capacity data, guides manufacturing and logistics teams in effective asset use, and establishes standards and procedures across multiple functions.
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Full job description
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:
$96,000.00 - $132,000.00
Location:
Gloucester,MA
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 (https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/) .
Key Responsibilities
Performs Methods Engineering analysis including process design, time and motion study, and recommends manufacturing line improvements.
Leads in I.E. projects and programs within areas of responsibility. Assists in the implementation of these projects into business with quality tools, supporting processes and ongoing measures for success. Provides cost analysis and return on investment calculations associated with project selection.
Leads ergonomics / human factors evaluations, recommends and implements improvements to work area designs.
Develops and implements manufacturing facility design of plant layout, material handling systems, material staging and warehousing as desired.
Supports strategic implementation of product introductions into volume manufacturing by providing PLC/ePLC deliverables which include manufacturing line design and set up, material flow design, new tooling development and deployment of specialized tooling and fixtures. Collaborates with other engineers to develop specialized solutions for the transport of modules, assemblies and mainframes through the factory.
Serves as a role model and sets the example, whose behavior is emulated by other engineering team members. (Safe behavior, follow proper protocols and procedures, including core values).
Calculates and maintains capacity data for materials processing, people, space, and equipment associated with production. Provides guidance to manufacturing and logistics related to effective and efficient use of assets and production processes.
Establishes standards and procedures for multiple functions.
Other Requirements: This position may require standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, the ability to distinguish between colors, 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 also may involve working in a clean room, the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields may be required.
Functional Knowledge
- Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines
Business Expertise
- Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
Leadership
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements
Problem Solving
- Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
Impact
- Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies
Interpersonal Skills
- Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Type:
Assignee / Regular
Travel:
Yes, 20% of the Time
Relocation Eligible:
Yes
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 (https://www.appliedmaterials.com/us/en/careers.html) 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 [email protected], 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.
How this job compares
Set against the 2,392 open Automation Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$96–132K/yr
- Massachusetts median$96–135K/yr53 salary ranges
- US median$101–153K/yr1,349 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $114K, is close to the Massachusetts median midpoint ($116K) — in the middle half of Automation Engineer salary ranges in Massachusetts.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 69 open Automation Engineer jobs in Massachusetts and 2,392 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Massachusetts
- Amazon8 open
- State Street8 open
- Lila Sciences3 open
- Experience
- Automation Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 6 years (2,003 postings).
- Education
- 1,107 of the 2,392 open Automation Engineer jobs (46%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 3, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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