Computational Physicist – Plasma Modeling, AI/ML New College Grad - Doctorate Degree (Santa Clara, Ca)
About The Position
Applied Materials is seeking a highly skilled engineer to join its computational modeling team with a strong emphasis on plasma physics. In this role, you will develop and implement advanced computational models utilizing physics-based simulation tools and AI/ML techniques. You will design models for plasma, fluid, and thermal processes, automate simulation workflows, analyze large data sets, and contribute to the development and optimization of Ace+ software. This position requires close collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams to address complex plasma-related challenges, improve product designs, and support next-generation chamber and process technology development.
Requirements
- Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with specialization in plasma physics.
- Proven ability to apply plasma physics, chemical kinetics and fluid flow principles to solve challenging problems.
- Experience with commercial or academic plasma modeling tools (e.g. HPEM, ACE+, VizGlow, Comsol, etc.)
- Experience automating simulation workflows using Python, MATLAB, or similar scripting tools for data processing and large-scale analysis.
- Proficient in at least one programming language (Python, MATLAB, C, C++, or Fortran).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration across engineering teams.
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience applying machine learning techniques to enhance physics-based simulations, including: surrogate models. reduced-order models, uncertainty quantification
- Familiarity with open-source machine learning libraries and frameworks
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement advanced computational models utilizing physics-based simulation tools and AI/ML techniques.
- Design models for plasma, fluid, and thermal processes
- Automate simulation workflows
- Analyze large data sets
- Contribute to the development and optimization of Ace+ software.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to address complex plasma-related challenges, improve product designs, and support next-generation chamber and process technology development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
