Sr. Electrical Design Engineer, DSP

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.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

We are looking for a Sr. Electrical Design Engineer to join our Central Engineering team in Milpitas!

Responsibilities

• Partner with the SW and Mechanical teams for stage sub-system design.

• Write user documentation that meets the defined quality standards for manufacturing, service as required.

• Work with manufacturing, service teams to support a smooth product transition into manufacturing and the field for high precision motion system used in KLA inspection machines

• Advanced motion control of multi axis motion system and optomechanical

• Digital signal processor real-time architecture design of general motion control system

• Servo loop design and tuning for nanometer motion system

• Write SW and Python or MATLAB scripts to accelerate tuning process and provide

• Follow rigorous FW design control methodology with requirements specifications, architecture specifications, and design description as well as verification plans, and test cases.

• Drive the development, test and integration of complex electrical components and subsystems (including PCBs, Cables, System interconnect) with independently.

Qualifications

• Strong control theory background in linear, nonlinear, digital, robust and adaptive control theory.

• 5+ years' experience in FW development with C/C++ in a real-time operating system environment.

• Experience in firmware programming and SW architecture design.

• Experience in servo loop tuning with nanoscale motion of stage.

• Experience in the design, development and integration of complex electrical components and subsystems (including PCBs, Cables, System interconnect).

• Experience in analyzing motion control system requirements and define system architectural partitioning to achieve optimal performances, cost and reliability.

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Minimum Qualifications

PhD with at least three years' experience; master's degree with at least six years' experience; bachelor's with at least eight years' experience

Base Pay Range: $134,800.00 - $229,200.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLA’s 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. Our 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. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabiliti