Systems Manufacturing Design Engineer

To make electronics you need chips wafers transistors reticles and... To make these you must see test and manufacture them at scalefaster and better than ever before. Thats where KLA comes in. Whether youre early in your career or an experienced professional youll solve complex challenges work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.

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What Youll Do

In this role you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.

KLA is seeking a Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE) to join the BBP Final Integration Systems this role you will support the integration calibration qualification troubleshooting and manufacturing readiness of advanced semiconductor inspection systems. Working closely with Manufacturing Systems Engineering Product Engineering Service Quality Supply Chain and NPI teams you will help ensure high-quality tool builds resolve technical issues and support the successful production and shipment of next-generation inspection platforms.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with experience in complex electromechanical systems strong troubleshooting skills and a passion for solving technical challenges in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Support the integration calibration qualification and final verification of semiconductor inspection systems.
• Perform system bring-up alignment testing and troubleshooting activities to meet manufacturing and product performance requirements.
• Investigate hardware software calibration and system-level issues using structured root cause analysis methodologies.
• Partner with engineering teams to develop implement and validate corrective actions.
• Support manufacturing and field escalations through effective technical problem-solving.
• Analyze system performance data diagnostic information and manufacturing metrics to identify trends and drive improvements.
• Contribute to initiatives that improve manufacturing efficiency reduce cycle time and increase first-pass yield.
• Support the transfer of new products from engineering development into manufacturing.
• Evaluate manufacturability and provide feedback on product and process improvements.
• Create and maintain manufacturing procedures work instructions and troubleshooting documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing Systems Engineering Software Product Engineering Service Quality Supply Chain and Operations.
• Support training efforts and share technical knowledge with technicians and manufacturing personnel.

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Systems Engineering Physics Manufacturing Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 3 years of experience in semiconductor capital equipment systems integration manufacturing engineering or complex electromechanical systems.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware software and system-level issues.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and root cause investigation skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional environment.

• Experience with semiconductor inspection metrology or lithography equipment.
• Knowledge of optical systems precision motion control sensors robotics vacuum systems or precision alignment technologies.
• Experience supporting manufacturing escalations product investigations or field issue resolution.
• Familiarity with system calibration qualification and performance verification processes.
• Experience using statistical analysis and continuous improvement methodologies to drive manufacturing performance.
• Understanding of manufacturing operations cycle-time reduction and yield improvement initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelors degree; or 3 years and a Masters degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience.

About KLA

We provide advanced inspection tools metrology systems process solutions and computational analytics that make electronics possible tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place join us.

Total Rewards

KLAs 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.

Use of AI Statement

At KLA our interviews seek to understand your individual skills problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation the use of AI recording tools or other technologies to generate suggest or provide responses during interviewswhether virtual or in personis not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI and we value candidates who share this mindset.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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. Please contact us at or at 1- to request accommodation.

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