Applications Development Engineer

About the role

Coordinate transfer of technology from factory to field to ensure readiness and understanding of new metrology systems.

Develop collateral material used to support field resolution of metrology issues.

Develop and deliver training programs.

Work with field and factory on systems qualification.

Involved in new technology development and perform technology promotion to customers.

Work with R&D and Engineering team process characterization and equipment preparation.

Work with R&D and Engineering team on new product definition, risk assessment, package design, modeling and simulation.

Oversee assigned project schedules with internal and external team, ensure on-time delivery.

Understands engineering principles and techniques related to area project activities.

Possesses generalist knowledge of technical areas covered by the department.

Good working knowledge of testing techniques such as spectroscopy, titration, and HPLC.

Good working knowledge of various applications such as wet etch, damascene, and packaging.

Ability to diagnose and resolve basic customer issues.

Strong communication skills especially technical writing skills.

Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.

Self-motivated with ability to multi-task and learn quickly.

Proficiency with personal computers and industry-standard software applications (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project etc.).

Ability to work alone and/or with limited supervision.

Ability to speak Mandarin, Korean, or Japanese is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transfer of technology from factory to field to ensure readiness and understanding of new metrology systems.
• Develop collateral material used to support field resolution of metrology issues.
• Develop and deliver training programs.
• Work with field and factory on systems qualification.
• Involved in new technology development and perform technology promotion to customers.
• Work with R&D and Engineering team process characterization and equipment preparation.
• Work with R&D and Engineering team on new product definition, risk assessment, package design, modeling and simulation.
• Oversee assigned project schedules with internal and external team, ensure on-time delivery.

Requirements

• Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience;
• Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years;
• Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years;

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of major system components and their interactions.
• Good working knowledge of testing techniques such as spectroscopy, titration, and HPLC.
• Good working knowledge of various applications such as wet etch, damascene, and packaging.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve basic customer issues.
• Strong communication skills especially technical writing skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Self-motivated with ability to multi-task and learn quickly.
• Proficiency with personal computers and industry-standard software applications (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project etc.).
• Ability to work alone and/or with limited supervision.
• Ability to speak Mandarin, Korean, or Japanese is a plus.

Skills

• Engineering principles and techniques related to area project activities.
• Testing techniques such as spectroscopy, titration, and HPLC.
• Variety of applications such as wet etch, damascene, and packaging.
• Diagnose and resolve basic customer issues.
• Technical writing skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Multi-tasking and learning quickly.
• Personal computer proficiency and industry-standard software applications.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Language skills (Mandarin, Korean, or Japanese).

Benefits

• Base Pay Range: $108,000.00 - $183,600.00 Annually
• Primary Location: USA-NJ-Totowa-KLA
• Additional benefits include:
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits
• 401(K) including company matching
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
• Student debt assistance
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Development and career growth opportunities and programs
• Financial planning benefits
• Wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible work arrangements
• Family care and bonding leave

Pay

• Pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location.
• The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting.
• Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training.
• We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable.

Schedule

• Expected travel is 15% both domestically and internationally.

Company

• KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem.
• No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us.
• KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D.
• Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices.
• Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems.
• There is never a dull moment with us.