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Product Development Engineer (Wafer, Robotic, Servo Control, Automation) (E)

KLA
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Apr 2025
💰 $194,000/yr($114,100/yr$194,000/yr)

About the role

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

Product Development Engineers are core to KLA’s technology, while we do not currently have an opening, we are always building our Product Development Engineering talent community, we are interested in learning about your background.

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As the Lead System Integration Engineer, you will lead the Integration Support team in system testing for our customer facilities across the United States. You will Maximize theoretical and experimental system engineering knowledge and architecture to support new and existing multidisciplinary products based on customer needs and marketing requirements.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Work closely with diverse disciplines, including algorithm, mechanical, optics, electronics and software in the development and testing of systems design improvements, spec validation, and implementation of solutions

  • Support internal adoption/usage of the wafer and reticle handlers produced by KLA on the various inspection and metrology equipment products.

  • Write technical reports to communicate issues, analysis, technical assessments, system status, best-known-methods, and engineering recommendations

  • Interfaces closely with service, manufacturing, engineering and marketing team to define and optimize system performance and resolve performance issues.

  • ands-on troubleshooting and maintaining of engineering prototype systems in division headquarters

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A working knowledge in semiconductor manufacturing, wafer handling systems and servo control systems

  • Yield and process control instrument systems for semiconductor industry

Minimum Qualifications

  • Master's degree and 3+ years of experience, or Bachelor's and 7+ years of experience

  • Have knowledge with data analysis tools such as JMP, Matlab, Python, Microsoft Excel

Base Pay Range: $114,100.00 - $194,000.00

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

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