Job description
In this role at KLA, you will contribute to advancing business priorities through high-impact work in engineering or physical sciences. You will be part of the Semiconductor Products and Customers business unit, focusing on inspection, metrology, and analytics systems for chip manufacturers. The Broadband Plasma division, where you will work, is known for its market-leading optical inspection systems. Your expertise will help in detecting critical defects and improving manufacturing processes.
Requirements
- A PhD or Master's degree in mechanical/electrical engineering, physics, or related disciplines is desired.
- A strong background in engineering or physical sciences is required.
- Demonstrated engineering analysis and problem-solving skills are necessary.
- Experience with scripting languages, such as Python, is preferred.
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills in vibration, opto-mechanics, and motion control systems are essential.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-impact work across your area of expertise to advance business priorities.
- Communicate technical information effectively with functional groups and provide executive-level reports.
- Respond quickly to field and internal escalations in a fast-paced environment.
- Utilize your understanding of imaging systems to enhance product development.
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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Kla Corporation
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
63
FY2026
Approval rate
96.3%
FY2026
LCA certified
84
FY2026
Entry-level share
7.1%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-2%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-79%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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