Mechatronics and Process Controls Engineer

Mechatronics and Process Controls Engineer 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 Location: Bangalore,IND 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 . Mechatronics and Process Controls Engineer with 5-8 years of experience in developing and optimizing control solutions for temperature, pressure, flow, and vacuum systems used in semiconductor equipment and advanced industrial automation. Expertise in control loop design, process modeling, system identification, PID/Model Based control design/tuning, and performance optimization for heaters, control valves, Mass Flow Controllers (MFCs), pressure controllers, and process instrumentation. Strong background in MATLAB/Simulink, data analysis, and control system validation. Experience collaborating with process, mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineering teams to deliver reliable, high-performance process control solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and validate control algorithms for temperature, pressure, flow, and vacuum control systems. Develop dynamic control models and perform system identification for thermal, fluid, and gas delivery systems. Tune and optimize PID, cascade, feedforward, and advanced process control strategies. Integrate and characterize MFCs, pressure sensors, control valves, heaters, pumps, and other process instrumentation. Analyze system performance, troubleshoot control issues, conduct root cause investigations, and implement corrective actions. Support laboratory testing, data collection, validation, and equipment qualification activities. Develop diagnostics, monitoring, and predictive maintenance solutions using data-driven approaches. Prepare technical documentation, design reviews, and validation reports. Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Chemical, or Control Systems Engineering. 5-8 years of experience in process controls, automation, instrumentation, or semiconductor equipment. Strong understanding of PID control, Model Based Controls, Process dynamics, system identification, and controller tuning. Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or equivalent analysis and modeling tools. Experience with temperature controllers, pressure controllers, MFCs, control valves, vacuum systems, and process instrumentation. Semiconductor equipment experience preferred. Core Expertise Precision Mechatronics System Design & Integration Control Algorithm Development & Validation - Real-Time Control Software Development Dynamic System Modeling & Simulation Temperature, Pressure, Flow Control Systems, Vacuum Systems and/or Gas Delivery Controls PID, Cascade & Advanced Process Control Process Modeling, Servo Tuning & System Identification Intelligent Manufacturing & AI-Enabled Control Systems Machine Learning & AI for Control Systems - Next-Generation Automation Technologies Sensors, Actuators & Instrumentation MFCs, Control Valves & Instrumentation Root Cause Analysis, Performance Optimization, Data Analytics, Diagnostics & Predictive Maintenance Semiconductor Equipment Controls & Automation Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible: Yes 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. Experience Level Senior Level