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Electrical Manufacturing Design Engineer

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Aug 2026

💰 $141,800/yr($83,400/yr – $141,800/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

The Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) – Electrical Systems plays a critical role in delivering high-quality, reliable products throughout the entire product lifecycle! This position provides engineering leadership for electrical, electronic, and electromechanical subsystems, ensuring seamless production support, successful product launches, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

In this role, we drive engineering change implementation, qualify new and replacement components, support new product introductions, and enhance manufacturing processes to improve quality, reliability, and efficiency. Success comes through close collaboration with Design Engineering, Materials, Suppliers, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to solve complex challenges, accelerate innovation, and deliver exceptional results for our customers!

This is a great opportunity to make a visible impact, influence product performance, and help develop the next generation of industry-leading technology!

Key Responsibilities

Partner with Materials, Design Engineering, and Manufacturing teams to support product cost reduction initiatives, manufacturing transfers, and operational engineering activities.
Evaluate, select, and qualify replacement electrical, electronic, and electromechanical (EEE) components for End-of-Life (EOL) and obsolescence management.
Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to approve component substitutions through waiver and deviation processes.
Develop qualification plans, test procedures, and acceptance criteria for new and replacement components and assemblies.
Perform testing and qualification of electrical components, subsystems, and assemblies to ensure compliance with performance and reliability requirements.
Support incoming material quality improvement initiatives by working with suppliers to establish and refine inspection and acceptance criteria.
Generate and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, test procedures, and technician training materials.
Solve sophisticated electrical and electromechanical issues and provide clear corrective actions to production and service teams.
Collaborate within a multi-functional environment supporting electrical subsystems in a precision manufacturing setting.
Handle Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Bill of Material (BOM) updates, and test data within company quality and configuration management systems.
Coordinate engineering activities associated with new product introductions and product releases.
Present technical updates, project status, risks, and recommendations during project evaluations and management meetings.
Support domestic and international travel as the need arises to assist suppliers, manufacturing sites, and qualification activities.\

Required Qualifications

Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field.
Experience with PCB design, manufacturing, and qualification.
Experience developing and implementing electrical subsystem and system-level test plans.
Proficiency with schematic capture and electrical design tools (e.g., OrCAD or equivalent).
Hands-on experience using electrical test and diagnostic equipment.
Strong root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturability (DFM) principles.
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multi-functional teams.
Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.