Play a central role throughout the different phases of the product life cycle for optical critical dimension metrology systems.
Understand customers’ use-case and work with groups to define the requirements.
Responsible for technology evaluation and selection, specifications development, product validation, verification, transfer to manufacturing, and support of customer ramp.
Develop and release new options, features or cost reduction improvements that provide value to internal and external customers.
Release and support product enhancements effectively.
Complete the initial diagnosis of any system issue.
Work with experts in optics, laser, stage, loader, image computer, and algorithms to assist in resolving issues.
Utilize engineering expertise to develop KLA's suite of products.
Contribute to research, evaluation, and proposals for new product features in support of customer requirements.
Drive team to resolve system issues at customer site or in manufacturing. Work with engineers at locations around the globe to solve issues escalated to engineering: establish root cause, develop plan of action (POA), guide local teams in execution of POA, and standardize solutions to improve design and/or procedures.
Will require some travel (< 25%)
Qualifications
PhD in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field. Or master’s level degree and related work experience of 3 years.
Strong background in engineering or the physical sciences with demonstrated analysis and problem-solving skills.
Hands-on experience constructing and aligning opto-mechanical systems is highly desirable.
Experience diagnosing and driving solutions to complex problems across whole systems by applying appropriate problem-solving techniques.
Ability to communicate effectively to all levels of the division, customers, vendors and across cultures.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field with 0 years work experience OR Master’s level degree and related work experience of 3 years.
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About KLA Corporation
Technology10,001+Founded 1975
KLA Corporation is a global leader in semiconductor process control and yield management, designing and manufacturing advanced inspection and metrology systems used throughout the semiconductor manufacturing process.