Systems Design Engineer

About the role

KLA is seeking a motivated individual with a growth mindset and strong ownership for a Product Development Engineer. The qualified candidate will join a high-caliber team developing the next generation mask inspection platform.

Responsibilities

• Define subsystem architectures, develop requirement specifications and test plans
• Coordinate project activities by actively aligning with stakeholders and perform system level tasks
• Work with functional groups to define and review designs
• Participate in prototype integration and testing of assemblies, and systems
• Create and implement test plans and perform logical analysis to validate system performance
• Create and document calibration, manufacturing, and service procedures
• Troubleshoot system and subsystem issues and work with various subsystem teams to find and implement solutions in manufacturing and the field
• Support internal and external customers in implementing processes to build and use the system effectively and optimize tool performance

Requirements

The role will involve requirements development, system design, and testing of sophisticated inspection systems using expertise from multiple technical fields. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Strong work ethic and attention to details are essential elements for success.

Qualifications

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

Skills

• Strong foundation and experience in building testing systems
• Physics, high voltage engineer, electron gun design, and imaging systems
• Strong situational analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with particle beam physics, electron optics or SEM technology and their related instrumentation
• Strong diagnostic and trouble shooting skills in precision mechanics, temperature control, vacuum, image processing, and motion control systems
• Experience with scripting languages, such as Python and/or Matlab on image and signal processing and building functional executables
• Agility and ability to thrive on a fast-paced program, take on assignments in a nonfamiliar domain, and respond effectively to field and internal escalations
• Able to establish and maintain a collaborative working relationships with partners across functional teams, demonstrating leadership and great working ethic

Benefits

Base Pay Range: $159,500.00 - $271,200.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

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We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable.

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KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.