Sr Opto-mechanical Design Engineer

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. Our innovations enable the manufacturing of wafers, reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards, and flat panel displays. With a strong focus on R&D—reinvesting 15% of sales—our teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists, and problem-solvers collaborate with leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of next-generation electronic devices.

About the Role

The Global Products Group (GPG) at KLA, a division with over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, is seeking a skilled professional to drive the complete design process for metrology and inspection products. The RAPID division, a world leader in reticle inspection solutions, ensures high lithography yields and cost-effective manufacturing for mask shops and semiconductor fabs.

Responsibilities

• Drive design from concept to manufacturing, including requirements specification, feasibility studies, and detailed design.
• Develop and track cost and schedule for projects.
• Create detailed 3D solid models and drawings using Creo.
• Conduct fluid, thermal, and vibrational analysis through hand calculations and FEA modeling.
• Apply Geometric Tolerancing (GD&T) and perform tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Lead and participate in design reviews for peer assessment.
• Procure, assemble, and test prototype materials.
• Support system integration, testing, and documentation for manufacturing handoff.

Design challenges may include:

• Low-stress and high-stability optomechanical and precision mechanism design.
• Design for ultra-clean and vacuum environments.
• Precision stage and actuation/adjustment design.

Requirements

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in 3D solid modeling.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in FEA and GD&T.
• Strong background in mechanism design.
• Basic understanding of optical subsystems.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, including machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and castings.

Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree with 3+ years of related work experience, or
• Master’s Degree with 6+ years of related work experience, or
• Bachelor’s Degree with 8+ years of related work experience.

Pay

Base pay range: $141,300.00 – $240,200.00 annually.

Benefits

KLA’s total rewards package may include:

• Performance incentive programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and voluntary benefits.
• 401(K) with company matching and Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Student debt assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Development and career growth opportunities.
• Financial planning and wellness benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off, company holidays, and family care/bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the listed benefits.