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About the Role

Applied Materials is seeking a skilled Orbital Welder to join our precision fabrication team. In this role, you will build, repair, and test mechanical, vacuum, and pneumatic assemblies, subassemblies, and components used in semiconductor manufacturing equipment, requiring close attention to weld quality, cleanliness, and repeatability in a high-precision, cleanroom-adjacent manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate orbital welding equipment to join stainless steel and specialty alloy tubing, fittings, and vacuum components to exacting quality standards.
• Read and interpret work orders, operation method sheets, blueprints, weld procedure specifications (WPS), and P&ID drawings.
• Perform mechanical assembly, disassembly, troubleshooting, and repair of vacuum, gas delivery, and pneumatic subassemblies.
• Inspect completed welds visually and with precision measuring and leak-detection instruments.
• Purge, weld, and verify high-purity gas and chemical delivery lines to semiconductor industry cleanliness standards.
• Utilize test fixtures, electronic measurement equipment, leak detectors, and/or vacuum pumps to test finished assemblies and components.
• Maintain accurate travelers and records of work performed, including progress, labor, and material usage.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot orbital welding heads and power supplies.
• Observe all safety standards and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying process inefficiencies and recommending corrective or preventive actions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical diploma or associate degree in welding technology, machining, or a related trade strongly preferred.
• Completion of a formal welding and orbital welding training program preferred.
• 1-3 years of hands-on welding experience in a manufacturing, aerospace, semiconductor, or high-purity fabrication environment.
• Orbital/TIG-specific experience is a plus.
• Current or attainable welder certification such as AWS D1.1/D1.6, ASME Section IX, or equivalent.
• Ability to re-certify to specific weld procedures as required.
• Capable of training for orbital GTAW/TIG welding of stainless steel tube and pipe.
• Manual TIG and MIG experience beneficial.
• Ability to read and apply AWS welding symbols, weld procedure specifications (WPS), and engineering drawings/blueprints.
• Learned knowledge of high-purity/semiconductor cleanliness standards is a plus.
• OSHA 10 training is preferred and ability to become certified.
• Basic computer literacy for data entry into manufacturing execution systems (MES/ERP).
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Solid understanding of metallurgy, filler metals, and shielding gas selection.
• Detail-oriented with a strong quality mindset.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and work in confined spaces for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and use hand/power tools safely.
• Ability to wear cleanroom coveralls, hood, mask, booties, gloves.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required at all times in designated areas.
• Work is performed in a manufacturing/fabrication shop within cleanroom and lab spaces.
• Some exposure to fumes, heat, and noise typical of a welding environment, mitigated by ventilation and safety controls.

Skills

• Orbital welding
• Mechanical assembly
• Troubleshooting
• Repair
• Inspection
• Leak detection
• High-purity gas and chemical delivery lines
• Test fixtures
• Electronic measurement equipment
• Vacuum pumps
• Record keeping
• Equipment maintenance
• Calibration
• Safety standards
• Continuous improvement
• Precision joint fit-up
• Torch/orbital head control
• Metallurgy
• Filler metals
• Shielding gas selection
• Written communication
• Verbal communication
• Collaboration
• Independent work
• Standard operating procedures
• Basic computer literacy
• Data entry

Location

• Austin, TX

Work Type

• Full time

Experience Level

• 1-3 years

Education Level

• High school diploma or GED
• Technical diploma or associate degree
• Formal welding and orbital welding training program

Salary/Compensations

• $20.00 - $27.50

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off
• Eligibility for bonus and stock award programs

About the Company

• 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.
• Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT.
• Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality.
• At Applied Materials, our innovations Make Possible® a Better Future.

Equal Opportunity

• 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.
• In addition, Applied endeavors to make our careers site 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 Accommodations_Program@amat.com, 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.