Field Applications Engineer

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Support field efforts to resolve metrology issues:

• Analyze process results and indicators to assess equipment performance and make recommendations on performance improvement
• Crisis management with sound problem solving skills and project management skills
• Coordinate with factory and field on technical requests and provide timely solution

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

1. Involves in new technology development
2. Perform technology promotion to customers

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

1. 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

1. Understands engineering principles and techniques related to area project activities
2. Possesses generalist knowledge of technical areas covered by the department

Working knowledge of major system components and their interactions.

1. Good working knowledge of testing techniques such as spectroscopy, titration, and HPLC
2. Good working knowledge of various applications such as wet etch, damascene, and packaging

Ability to diagnose and resolve basic customer issues.

1. Strong communication skills especially technical writing skills
2. Excellent analytical and problem solving skills

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

1. Proficiency with personal computers and industry-standard software applications (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project etc.)
2. Ability to work alone and/or with limited supervision

Expected travel is 30% both domestically and internationally

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience
• Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years

Base Pay Range

$83,100.00 - $141,300.00 Annually

Benefits

• Total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: 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), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.
• Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed.

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. 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 invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. 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.