Physicist/Scientist III-X-ray Imaging (E3)
Company websiteappliedmaterials.com (Applied Materials, opens in new tab)
Base salary $120K to $165K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Benicia, CA
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- LocationBenicia, CA
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Who We Are
Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.
What We Offer
Salary:
$120,000.00 - $165,000.00Location:
Benicia,CAYou’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.
Key Responsibilities
Experience with X-ray equipment and X-ray imaging systems preferred.
Define novel inspection systems concepts and configurations. Collects, analyzes data and designs statistically valid experiments.
Designs and engineers modules. Qualifies modules / sub-modules. Design, perform, collect and analyze data on advanced substrate, technologies and concepts for a range of new products.
Develop new or modified inspection and metrology systems. Performs research and analysis in physics or related subjects. Supports physics related application and system issues in the lab and in the field when required.
Define system requirements and specifications. Troubleshoot system problems. Respond to field physics related issues, function as advisor for solving physics related application issues.
Plan projects involving definitions and selection of new concepts and approaches in the physics of development of new or improved tool. Supplies data to support product risk management decision making process.
Participates in the vendor selection process. Participates in technological customer engagements and contributes in his / her specific field of expertise
Guide less experienced physicists/scientists.
Evaluate new technologies, pursue innovative solutions, evaluate competitors and define new market needs. Plan and conduct test of new technologies under evaluation in the team. Execute feasibility studies of new technologies and provide results / analysis supporting the decision making process. Executes feasibility studies of complete systems / sub-systems, leveraging new technologies and design concepts. Prepares the demonstration of new capabilities and conducts performance analysis
Functional Knowledge
- Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines
Business Expertise
- Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
Leadership
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements
Problem Solving
- Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
Impact
- Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies
Interpersonal Skills
- Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus
Additional Information
Time Type:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Assignee / RegularTravel:
Not SpecifiedRelocation Eligible:
NoThe 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 [email protected], 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.
Source: Applied Materials on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($120,000) is above 21% of the 318 Science & Research roles in California listed on this site; 13 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $143,200; the middle half runs from $120,000 to $172,070.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
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Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Physicist/Scientist III-X-ray Imaging (E3) (this listing) | $120K - $165K |
| Systems Engineer E3 | $120K - $165K |
| NPC Engineering Manager | $120K - $165K |
| Mechanical Design Systems Engineer - Robotics and Automation (E3) | $120K - $165K |
| Systems Engineer | $120K - $165K |
| Trade Operations Program and Data Manager | $120K - $165K |
| Field Systems Engineer - Photomask Production Systems | $120K - $165K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-10-23
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Benicia,CA
$120,000.00 - $165,000.00
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- The pay figures come from the employer's own listing, quoted exactly above.
- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
- The role was publicly listed on the employer's job board when last checked.
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