The Sr. Reliability Engineer for SEM Systems will tackle complex reliability challenges in advanced scanning electron microscopy systems used in semiconductor manufacturing. This hands-on engineering role focuses on identifying failure mechanisms, investigating root causes, and implementing solutions to enhance system performance and uptime. The position requires close collaboration with hardware and data analysis, ensuring that issues are not only identified but also resolved effectively. The engineer will work within a team dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable systems for wafer inspection and review.

• Advanced degree in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Reliability Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience developing, supporting, or improving semiconductor capital equipment.
• Deep understanding of Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) or other precision systems.
• Strong background in failure analysis, root cause investigation, and reliability engineering methodologies.
• Experience working directly with suppliers on component qualification and manufacturing readiness.

• Drive reliability and uptime of SEM systems used for wafer inspection and review.
• Evaluate system designs, manufacturing processes, and acceptance testing to identify potential failure modes.
• Develop and implement Design of Experiments (DOE) to validate component and system performance.
• Define and assess accelerated life testing, environmental testing, and stress testing.
• Establish reliability requirements and qualification plans for critical components and systems.
• Review design, manufacturing, and test data to ensure products meet reliability and performance targets.
• Partner with suppliers to qualify components and validate manufacturing processes.
• Lead factory acceptance and qualification activities to verify product specifications.
• Investigate field and factory failures using statistical analysis and data science techniques.
• Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement efforts based on reliability data.

• 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.