Lead Mechanical Engineer: Advanced Motion Technologies

2 weeks ago


Milpitas, California, United States KLA Full time

Compensation Range:
$111,000 - $189,200 Annually

Location:
USA-CA-Milpitas


KLA offers a comprehensive rewards package that may include participation in performance-based incentive programs and access to additional benefits as outlined below. Interns may also qualify for some of the benefits mentioned.

Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and geographical location.

The displayed range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this position in the primary location specified in this posting.

Actual compensation is influenced by various factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant educational qualifications or training.

If applicable, your recruiter can provide more details about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Company Overview
KLA stands as a global leader in diversified electronics within the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Almost every electronic device worldwide is produced utilizing our advanced technologies.

KLA innovates systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers, reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards, and flat panel displays.

Our commitment to innovation is reflected in our investment of 15% of sales back into research and development.

Our expert teams, comprising physicists, engineers, data scientists, and problem-solvers, collaborate with leading technology providers to expedite the delivery of next-generation electronic devices.

Job Responsibilities

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the mechanical design of components and assemblies utilizing Creo, along with generating drawings with GD&T for high-performance wafer positioning and motion stages, as well as associated tooling.

The role involves conducting design reviews, procuring prototypes, collaborating with vendors, and overseeing prototype testing, system integration, stage servo tuning, and transition to manufacturing.

The engineer will be tasked with testing and qualifying stages to ensure compliance with performance and reliability standards. Responsibilities also include performing analyses and simulations, such as structural, thermal, and vibration/modal finite element analyses (FEAs), as well as motor current, voltage, and power calculations.

Additionally, the engineer will create documentation and procedures for the manufacturing and assembly of various systems, while collaborating with other engineering teams, including controls engineers, systems engineers, and manufacturing engineers, to ensure seamless integration and performance optimization.


Essential Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years of experience in mechanical design and solid modeling
- Proficiency in Creo, Solidworks, or similar 3D modeling software
- Expertise in structural, thermal, and vibration/modal FEA
- Experience in design for manufacturability (DFM) with machining, sheet metals, and castings
- Familiarity with analysis tools such as Python or Matlab

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with various types of rotary bearings, linear guides, and/or air bearings
- Design experience with X,Y sub-micron positioning stages
- Background in vibration optimization and design for high stiffness-to-weight ratios
- Experience in vibration and modal testing using accelerometers and impact hammers
- Design experience in semiconductor capital equipment

Minimum Education Requirements:

Doctorate (Academic) Degree with no related work experience; Master's Level Degree with three years of related work experience; Bachelor's Level Degree with five years of related work experience.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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