Field Service Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today. - Early Career Engineers page is loaded## Field Service - Early Career Engineerslocations: Leixlip,IRLtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R2617457 **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,IRLYou’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 .As a Field Service Engineer [Customer Engineer] at Applied Materials, you serve as the direct liaison with customers, collaborating closely to install, maintain, and upgrade equipment. You'll use digital analytics for troubleshooting and apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess and address technical issues. Your responsibilities include performing preventative and corrective maintenance on various systems such as electrical, vacuum, mechanical, plasma, hydraulic, and gas systems. Additionally, you'll coordinate and communicate directly with customers to ensure smooth operations and exceptional service. **Field Service Engineer- Early Career/University Graduates **Kick-start your engineering career with worldclass training, hands on technical work, and international experience at Applied Materials—the global leader in semiconductor technology.This role is ideal for upcoming 2026 graduates, recent graduates or early-career engineers who value precision, discipline, and structured learning, and who are adaptable enough to succeed in very different cultural and operational environments. **What you will do as a New College Graduate: **Field Service Engineers (FSE) are working in a state-of-the-art facility and at our customer site in Leixlip, Co. Kildare. where they are the face of Applied Materials and an integral part of a vibrant and diverse team. They like to troubleshoot hardware, solve complex problems, and make equipment work better. **Hands-On Engineering Work *** Learn to install, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced semiconductor equipment with high-complex machine components * Work closely with experienced engineers in a cleanroom, high precision environment based on procedures for (un-)scheduled and predictive maintenance including continuous improvement programs (CIPs) * Use digital diagnostic tools to solve real technical problems by machine data based predictive maintenance approaches (including AI) * Support customer operations and ensure a high-quality equipment performance with a zero-defect culture and high consciousness for employee safety and product quality * Build deep technical skills through structured, hands-on learning on highly specialised Applied Materials equipment applications **Global Training Experience **You’ll participate in an immersive training program at our state-of-the-art facility in one of our global training centers (Asia or the US), where you’ll gain: * Strong foundations in semiconductor equipment * Step by step technical training * Experience working in a highly structured, process driven environment * International exposure and cross-cultural teamworkAll travel and accommodation are fully supported. **We are looking for you: *** You hold, or are on track to complete (in 2026), a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree * Basic mechanical aptitude of pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, vacuum, or thermodynamics * Experience diagnosing and resolving basic technical challenges * Familiarity with hand tools and their appropriate usage, including digital multimeters * Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics * Familiarity with hand tools and their appropriate usage, including digital multimeters * Effective written and verbal communication skills * Clear communication skills and the ability to follow structured procedures * Willingness to travel internationally and work in a cleanroom environment * Be flexible to work both day and night shifts **Your mindset is important: *** Team player with strong interpersonal skills and a building trust nature. * Exercise judgement based on data analysis of multiple sources of information like plant documentations, schematics, and hardware data. * Find solutions with different tools to get the machine running again. * Explain difficult or sensitive information and works to build consensus. xsokbrc **Physical Requirements: *** Various physical movements such as bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, and extended walking and standing * Ability to distinguish between colors * Ability to operate hand and power tools * Ability to work in confined spaces * Ability to work in a noise-prone environment (with consideration for noise sensitivity) * Wear personal protective equipment such as coveralls, hoods, booties, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, chemical aprons, and face shields, particularly in clean room settings * Flexibility for rotational shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required by customer needs **Additional Information ****Time Type: **Full time **Employee Type: **New College Grad **Travel: **Yes, 20% of the Time **Relocation Eligible: **NoApplied 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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. 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. What You’ll Do As a Customer Support Technician, you'll work hands‑on in a cleanroom environment to build and test our multimillion‑dollar display and wafer fabrication equipment that’s behind the technology we use every day— like the VR headset you use for gaming, the smart watch that tracks your heart rate, and advancing generations of your smart phone. As a key member of a team of highly skilled engineers, technicians, and problem‑solvers, you’ll receive strong collaborative support and contribute your new ideas to help us continuously improve our processes and business. This role is based at our customer site in Leixlip, Co. Kildare and operates on a rotating day‑and‑night shift pattern. Full training will be provided. Role Responsibilities Assist in planning the daily work schedule within assigned territory to ensure completion of Installation, Preventive Maintenance and/or remedial maintenance. Use escalation policies to keep management informed of down situations. Verify and approve the operational quality of system equipment. Perform quality checks daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, biannual, and annual periodic maintenance on systems within established time frames. Also perform wet cleans if/as required. Instruct customers and trades personnel in the installation, operation and maintenance of systems. Troubleshoot and correct process variations on systems partially with assistance from senior engineers. Assume responsibility for complete customer satisfaction. Assist in planning, communicating, and co‑ordinating support plans with customer management. Perform start‑up, warranty, paid service, and service contract activities. Perform TIER 0, I & II start‑ups within established time frames. Use training and experience to identify some process related system problems. Develop and implement plans to increase productivity. Tracks equipment performance, install cycle times and plan uptime improvement. Plan and execute support activities on a wide range of Applied Materials' systems. Minimum Qualifications An associate degree and field experience or technical certification 1–2 years of related work experience in customer/field support A willingness to learn how to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics Clear and effective written/verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on documenting details Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) Basic mechanical aptitude and knowledge in any of the following: pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, vacuum, or thermodynamics Knowledge of hand tools and proper usage, including a digital multimeter Physical Requirements This is a physically demanding position that often requires standing for extended periods of time, walking, working in tight spaces, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs and ladders, 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, the use of hand and power tools, and driving or operating heavy machinery including forklifts. Additionally, because this position 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. Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 10% 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A global materials engineering firm in Leixlip is seeking a Customer Support Technician to work hands-on in a cleanroom environment, building and testing high-end display and wafer fabrication equipment. The ideal candidate has an associate degree, 1-2 years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, training customers, and planning support activities. This role offers full training and operates on a rotating shift pattern. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Who We Are A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully. 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 . As a Field Service Engineer [Customer Engineer] at Applied Materials, you serve as the direct liaison with customers, collaborating closely to install, maintain, and upgrade equipment. You'll use digital analytics for troubleshooting and apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess and address technical issues. Your responsibilities include performing preventative and corrective maintenance on various systems such as electrical, vacuum, mechanical, plasma, hydraulic, and gas systems. Additionally, you'll coordinate and communicate directly with customers to ensure smooth operations and exceptional service. 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. xsokbrc 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.
A leading technology company is seeking a Field Service Engineer in Leixlip, Ireland. Responsibilities include installing, maintaining, and upgrading equipment while ensuring peak performance. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of relevant experience. Excellent communication skills and basic mechanical knowledge are required. This position may involve travel and shift work. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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 shift patterns when required and be willing to travel off-site for training purposes. 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 Fulfill additional duties, as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Completion of a Bachelor Degre,e in a relevant discipline At least 1 year 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 Preferred Qualifications: 2–4 years of work experience in customer/field service support, or a related technical field 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. Qualifications Education: Associate's Degree (Required), Bachelor's Degree (Required) Skills Certifications: Languages: Years of Experience: 1 - 2 Years Work Experience: Additional Information Shift: Overtime Eligible (Ireland) Travel: Yes, 20% of the Time Relocation Eligible: No Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A global leader in materials engineering is seeking a Field Service Engineer to perform installation tasks and ensure operational efficiency at client sites across Europe. This role requires a Bachelor or Master’s degree in a technical field and offers opportunities for extensive travel. Candidates must possess troubleshooting skills, project management abilities, and good English communication skills. All necessary training will be provided, fostering both personal and professional growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A global leader in materials engineering is seeking a Customer Engineer Shift Manager to oversee operations in Leixlip, Ireland. The role involves leading a shift, managing performance, ensuring safety compliance, and driving operational excellence. Candidates should have experience in high-tech manufacturing and demonstrated leadership abilities. Strong communication and data analysis skills are essential. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and encourages career growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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: Dublin, 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. As a Field Service Engineer [Customer Engineer] at Applied Materials, you serve as the direct liaison with customers, collaborating closely to install, maintain, and upgrade equipment. You'll use digital analytics for troubleshooting and apply basic diagnostic techniques to assess and address technical issues. Your responsibilities include performing preventative and corrective maintenance on various systems such as electrical, vacuum, mechanical, plasma, hydraulic, and gas systems. Additionally, you'll coordinate and communicate directly with customers to ensure smooth operations and exceptional service. In order to support our long‑term development, we are looking for talents to join our teams in Europe (Dresden, Germany / Dublin, Ireland / Grenoble, France). Within our Installation department, we are looking for our Installation Engineer to support European regions. The iTeam (Installation team) stands for the Installation of semiconductors production equipment across the European Region (mainly in Germany, Ireland, France and Italy). We roll in, assemble, connect, and test the new systems until we hand over to our service team and our customers for the manufacturing of wafers to kick off. Being part of the Install Task Force is more than a job, it is a way of life. As a team we travel approx. 75 % of our working time, and also get opportunities to support installations worldwide. This position demands technical expertise, customer focus, team involvement and flexibility to travel. Full training on our equipment will be provided through mentoring. Key Responsibilities Perform independently installation tasks (mechanical assembly, electrical connections, robot calibrations), from the integration to the inspection of the tools including troubleshooting in case of issues. Follow all checklists and procedures and ensure correct procedures and schematics are available prior to performing work. Test equipment with assistance from senior engineers, existing documentation and diagnostic techniques. Respond to factory issues by communicating with other engineers and participating in escalation conference calls. Participate in continuous improvement projects to reduce installation cycle time and costs. Provide accurate reporting of status, hours worked and non‑conformances. Adhere to the security policy and quality standards of Applied Materials and its customers. Skills and Experience required Bachelor or Master degree with technical background (mechanical assembly, equipment installation, maintenance, mechatronics, electronics, electrical, mechanical, or similar…) Position open to junior profiles. Troubleshooting skills to solve mechanical and electrical issues during system installation.Ability to communicate daily pass-downs and equipment status reports. Project management skills to control installation project within budget, timeline and installation quality requirements. Ability to work autonomously. Good English communication skills both written and verbal. Good knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint). The position requires extensive travelling throughout Europe (75 % of the time, depending on overall activity requirements). 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, 75% 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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, Ireland. 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. 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. We now have exciting opportunities to apply for Customer Engineer Shift Manager positions in Applied Materials Ireland. These roles will be based out of our Customer Site in Leixlip, Co. Kildare. What you will do The Customer Engineer Shift Manager will lead a shift, ensuring strong adherence to safety standards, effective performance management, robust workforce planning, and compliance with all established procedures and site ways of working. In this role, field services engineers will report directly to the Customer Engineer Shift Manager, who will work closely with other Customer Engineer Managers. The role holder will interface with all cross‑functional teams (including management, customer, planning, HR and logistics) to maintain safe operations and drive a culture of operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Shift Leadership & Operations Lead day‑to‑day operations to ensure achievement of safety and quality. Manage shift handovers and ensure accurate communication across teams. Aid with monitoring tool performance and High Value Problem (HVP) troubleshooting. People Management Supervise, coach, and develop the engineering team on shift. Manage scheduling, timekeeping, attendance, and performance conversations. Ensure shift onboarding and ongoing training compliance. Operational Control/KPIs Drive Customer Engineer productivity. Execute on customer contract KPI commitment (response time/machine availability). Manage internal contract KPI commitment (spares consumption, utilisation, tool escalation). Provide clear reports and updates to leadership and management. Safety & Compliance Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all site safety policies. Lead safety briefings, conduct audits, and drive corrective actions for incidents. Ensure compliance with quality systems and roll out of new ways of working (WOWs). Process compliance Partner with engineers to identify improvement opportunities and learnings. Support root‑cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Promote right‑first‑time culture. Identify CE skill gaps for your team related to technical, customer interface and other soft skills. Very knowledge on the Spares process and procedures and support of spares escalations. Good Knowledge of SAP. Continuous Improvement Lead or participate in a cross‑functional improvement project. Essential Qualifications & Experience Experience in a high‑tech manufacturing engineering environment. Demonstrated leadership experience, (team lead, supervisor, or equivalent). Strong communication, coaching, and conflict‑resolution skills. Ability to analyse data, understand KPIs, and drive decisions based on info. Ability to manage and balance priorities. Preferred Qualification and/or equivalent experience in engineering/manufacturing discipline. Experience with model based problem‑solving. Experience with automated tools/equipment and cleanroom operations. Familiarity with shift‑based operations (including nights). Competencies Leadership & presence on the floor. Decision‑making under pressure. Collaboration across disciplines. Ownership and accountability. Strong organisational and time‑management skills. Continuous improvement mindset. Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 10% 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
