Orbital Welder III - 1st Shift - (T3)

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.

Salary: $23.00 - $31.40 Location: Austin,TX 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 .

Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. 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.

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

Set up and operate orbital (autogenous and wire-fed) 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 to determine weld sequence, joint preparation, and acceptance criteria. 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; identify, document, and correct defects or nonconformances. 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 in the production tracking system. Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot orbital welding heads and power supplies; escalate equipment issues as needed. Observe all safety standards; maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; report hazards, incidents, or near-misses promptly. Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying process inefficiencies and recommending corrective or preventive actions.

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 (trade school, apprenticeship, or military) preferred. 3-5 years of hands-on welding experience in a manufacturing,