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 Salary: €36,000.00 - €49,500.00
 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.    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 teamwork  All 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. 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: 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.