The role is focused on providing market-leading patterned wafer optical inspection systems for advanced IC manufacturing within KLA's Broadband Plasma Division. The team is responsible for ensuring that chipmakers can quickly and cost-effectively ramp next-generation devices to volume production. Candidates will work alongside experts in engineering and physical sciences to tackle complex problems in optical and electromechanical systems. The position requires strong analytical skills and effective communication to share technical information with various stakeholders.

• Must have a strong background in engineering or the physical sciences.
• Demonstrated analysis and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Good understanding of optical and electromechanical systems and their interactions.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills in optics, opto-mechanics, and motion control systems.
• Familiarity with scientific and statistical analysis tools such as Matlab and JMP is required.
• Experience with scripting languages, such as Python, is a plus.
• Agility and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are necessary.
• Must be an effective communicator able to share technical information with functional groups.

• Analyze and solve complex problems related to optical and electromechanical systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development.
• Provide executive-level reports to management and customers.
• Utilize scientific and statistical analysis tools to support product innovation.
• Respond quickly to field and internal escalations regarding product performance.

• 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.