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Product Development Engineer (Metrology/Imaging System)

KLA

Location

Milpitas, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/26/2026

Compensation

$117,800 - $200,300 per year

PhD Entry-Level
Master's with 2+ Years of Experience
Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Approval 97.8%·Filings 803·New hires 321·
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·FY 2025

Job description

KLA is seeking a motivated Product Development Engineer to join a high-caliber team focused on developing the next generation mask inspection platform. This role involves coordinating across multiple engineering functions, including mechanical, electron optics, electrical, and software engineering. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and experience in project management from requirements to testing. The position emphasizes innovation and collaboration in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

  • Doctorate degree with related work experience of 0 years, Master's degree with 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience.
  • Strong knowledge and experience in digital signal processing and imaging systems.
  • Experience with particle beam physics, electron optics, or SEM technology is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills in electron optics and precision mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

  • Define subsystem architectures and develop requirement specifications and test plans.
  • Coordinate project activities by aligning with stakeholders and performing system level tasks.
  • Work with functional groups to define and review designs.
  • Participate in prototype integration and testing of assemblies and systems.
  • Create and implement test plans and perform logical analysis to validate system performance.
  • Establish workflow and train stakeholders on processes.
  • Create and document calibration, manufacturing, and service procedures.
  • Troubleshoot system and subsystem issues and implement solutions.
  • Support internal and external customers in optimizing tool performance.
  • Lead or assist troubleshooting efforts in manufacturing and in the field.

Benefits

  • Employees at KLA are often offered competitive pay with bonuses, a 401(k) match, an employee stock purchase program, and financial perks like student-debt assistance, planning support, and group insurance discounts. Health and lifestyle benefits typically include medical/dental/vision, life and other voluntary coverages, paid time off and holidays, family leave, backup care, wellness rewards, gym discounts, and community-volunteering opportunities. Employees also get strong growth support through tuition reimbursement, KLA’s corporate learning center, education awards, and engineering certification programs.

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