Electrical Engineering Manager (AC/DC power distribution/electrical interconnect/cable routing design)

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.

Group/Division

With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The RAPID division is the world leading provider of reticle inspection solutions for the semiconductor industry. The company provides inspection solutions to both the mask shops and the semiconductor fabs to ensure that lithography yields are consistently high thus enabling cost-effective manufacturing.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The Electrical Engineering Manager leads a small, high-impact team (up to 7 engineers across electrical and mechanical disciplines) responsible for the design and development of electrical and control systems for advanced reticle inspection platforms, including EUV Actinic systems.

This role owns system-level electrical architecture, power distribution, interconnect design, and control system integration for highly complex semiconductor capital equipment. The position requires strong technical leadership, cross-functional coordination, and disciplined execution across product development cycles.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead design and development of:

  • Electrical interconnect systems and cable architecture

  • AC/DC power distribution systems

  • Electrical cabinets, racks, and chassis

  • System-level electrical and controls architecture

• Define and integrate PLC-based control systems (Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff) including hardware architecture and I/O strategy

• Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, serviceability, and cost targets

People Management

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of up to 7 engineers

• Drive performance management, goal setting, and career development

• Build a strong technical culture emphasizing accountability and innovation

Product Development Execution

• Lead team through full product lifecycle: concept → design → integration → release

• Support system integration of:

  • Ultra-high vacuum (UHV) subsystems

  • Precision motion/control systems (position, force, robotics)

  • Thermal and pressure control

• Drive issue resolution using structured methodologies (RCCA, 8D)

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure compliance with:

  • SEMI S2 / S10

  • UL 508A

  • NFPA 79

  • NRTL certification requirements

  • Customer specifications (e.g., Samsung Common Spec)

• Support safety reviews, risk assessments, and certification processes

Cross-Functional Execution

• Partner with Mechanical, Optical, Controls, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, and Field teams

• Drive alignment across disciplines to resolve complex system integration challenges

Program & Financial Management

• Own project scope, schedule, and engineering deliverables

• Manage project budgets and engineering financials

• Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and communicate statu