Industrial IT/OT Engineer - (B5)

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the 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 work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future. 

What We Offer

Salary:

$148,000.00 - $203,500.00

Location:

Austin,TX

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. 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. 

You’ll also 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 about careers at Applied.

Job Description

The Industrial IT/OT Engineer is responsible for bridging the gap between operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) in industrial environments. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and reliable systems that integrate industrial automation equipment with enterprise IT infrastructure. The engineer ensures seamless data flow between shop-floor systems and business applications to support smart manufacturing and digital transformation initiatives.

Skills:

• 10+ Years’ of hands on experience as Industrial automation engineer in Manufacturing and logistics domain.

• Demonstrated experience to identify cost-reduction or process-improvement opportunities

• Ability to evaluate the use of inventory tracking technology, warehouse management systems or intelligent conveyor systems to maximize efficiency

• Experience in integration of automation tools with enterprise level ERP as well as 3rd party s/w applications.

• Self-motivated to learn new technologies and stay informed with current trends in logistics optimization.

• Project management skills and experience in managing small to large scale projects.

• Proficiency with PLCs, SCADA, DCS, HMI, and MES platforms (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric).

• Knowledge of servers, virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V), storage systems, and cloud platforms.

• Understanding of industrial Ethernet, VLANs, firewalls, routing, and switching.

• Experience with protocols like OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus, and integration of OT systems with ERP or cloud platforms.

• Familiarity with Unix, Redhat and Windows OS systems

• Familiarity with IIoT Platforms such as AWS, Ignition

• Skills in data acquisition, historian systems and analytics platforms.

• Basic scripting (Python, PowerShell, or Bash) for automation and system management.

Responsibility:

• Design and support IT/OT network architecture, including industrial Ethernet, firewalls, and segmentation.

• Integrate PLCs, SCADA, MES, and other automation systems with enterprise IT platforms.

• Implement cybersecurity best practices for industrial control systems (ICS).

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues across IT and OT environments.

• Lead teams and cross function resources on global automation deployments

• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Education/Certifications Desired:

• Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering or CS

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation) with English fluency

• Self-driven - possesses superior organizational skills, integrity, and great follow-through on tasks

• Dynamic - innovative, creative, and constantly looking for ways to improve processes

• Motivated - understands the impact of a results-driven, highly successful team

• Collaborative and Committed - has a “can do” attitude and believe that anything is possible with the right focus and the right team

• Constant learner - always growing and keeps up with the latest technologies, best practices and techniques

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

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.

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.