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Laser Inspection Applications Engineer

2 months ago


Milpitas, California, United States KLA Full time

Base Pay Range: $0.00 - $0.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLA offers a comprehensive total rewards package for employees, which may include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified. Actual compensation depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training.

Company Overview
KLA is a prominent leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Our technologies are integral to the production of virtually every electronic device in the world. From laptops and smartphones to advanced automotive systems, KLA's innovations are at the forefront of technology. We specialize in developing systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers, integrated circuits, and flat panel displays. With a strong emphasis on innovation, we invest significantly in research and development, collaborating with leading technology providers to expedite the delivery of next-generation electronic devices.

Group/Division
With over four decades of experience in semiconductor process control, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG) is dedicated to creating cutting-edge metrology and inspection products. The LS-SWIFT Division focuses on patterned wafer inspection systems, aiming to deliver market-leading cost efficiency in defect detection across various semiconductor applications. Our systems are relied upon by customers in foundry, logic, memory, automotive, MEMS, and advanced packaging sectors.

Job Responsibilities

  • Support the development and performance of laser scanning wafer inspection products.
  • Act as an applications expert during the development and characterization of next-generation technologies.
  • Engage effectively with clients to demonstrate product capabilities during in-house and on-site evaluations.
  • Proactively showcase the technical advantages of KLA tools over competitors during comparative assessments.
  • Collaborate closely with various functional teams, including marketing, engineering, and service, to ensure exceptional customer support.
  • Serve as a technical lead in developing new use cases and mentor local application engineers.
  • Monitor critical projects in real-time and provide timely updates to management.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong technical and analytical capabilities.
  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
  • Creative, self-motivated, and collaborative mindset.
  • Background in integrated circuit processing or semiconductor equipment is highly desirable.
  • Willingness to travel frequently.
Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree; Master's Level Degree with 3 years of related work experience; or Bachelor's Level Degree with 5 years of related work experience.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.