Controls/Systems Engineer, (Linux / EPICS / DCS/SCADA Focus) III (E3)

As a Systems Engineer, you’ll design, integrate, and optimize complex systems that drive the semiconductor industry forward. Your expertise in systems thinking and problem-solving is essential as you collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop advanced solutions to intricate processes and writing system specifications.

You’ll be responsible for analyzing requirements, defining system architectures, conducting thorough testing, and ensuring seamless integration of subsystems. Additionally, you’ll identify and mitigate risks, confirming that our systems meet the highest quality standards and exceed customer expectations.

Applied Materials has an immediate need for an Engineer focused on advanced controls, Linux system administration, and distributed control systems supporting complex instrumentation platforms. This role emphasizes EPICS integration, scalable infrastructure, and modern DCS/SCADA architectures. The successful candidate will contribute to the development, deployment, maintenance, and support of advanced instrumentation and control platforms, working closely with engineering, IT, and scientific teams.

• Gather and document system requirements and maintain version-controlled designs
• Administer Linux-based control environments (servers, IOCs, containers)
• Lead development and deployment of EPICS or DCS/SCADA systems
• Design and integrate distributed control architectures
• Develop EPICS IOCs and operator interfaces (Phoebus, CSS)
• Implement automation using tools such as Ansible
• Monitor system performance, reliability, and cybersecurity
• Establish documentation, standards, and training materials
• Perform system validation, testing, and troubleshooting
• Support virtualization and container-based deployments

• Strong Linux system administration experience
• Experience with EPICS or similar DCS/SCADA frameworks
• Experience with automation tools (Ansible, scripting)
• Knowledge of networking and distributed systems
• Proficiency in Python or Bash
• Experience with Git/version control
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Preferred Skills:
• EPICS IOC development and StreamDevice
• Phoebus or CSS UI development
• Virtualization/container platforms (Proxmox, VMware, Docker, Kubernetes) Real-time or near-real-time systems experience
• Hardware interface integration
• Cybersecurity practices for control systems
• Scientific or industrial instrumentation experience

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field (or equivalent experience).

About Applied Materials: Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. The company’s technologies enable customers to transform possibilities into reality through innovation.