I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Applied Materials (Hillsboro, OR) in Feb 2016
Interview
Three different interview panels that interview you with multiple interviewers on each one. Also tested mechanical and electrical knowledge. If you don't hear back from them, then you did not get the position. I fortunately have been working hear for about 4 years
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
To describe in detail a function and a diagram also how to use a schematic drawing. Had to answer questions for multiper interviewers.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Applied Materials (Portland, OR) in Oct 2016
Interview
Three hour long interview roughly an hour with three different pairs of people. They test aptitude and ask questions while performing task to see multitasking capability. Ask questions about past employment.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What's a mistake you've made? Looking back on it how did you get into that position and what would you do now to correct it?