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FULL_TIME
2-5

Manufacturing Design Engineering (Systems)

2/22/2026

The role involves interfacing with the Design Engineering team for new product introduction, evaluating designs for manufacturability and reliability, and performing system maintenance and troubleshooting using structured methodologies. Responsibilities also include driving continuous hardware/software improvement, managing documentation like ECOs and BOMs, and supporting suppliers to resolve component issues.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

10,001+ employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
KLA develops industry-leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry. We provide advanced process control and process-enabling solutions for manufacturing wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging and printed circuit boards. In close collaboration with leading customers across the globe, our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers design solutions that move the world forward. Visit us at: www.kla.com Statements made on LinkedIn may constitute forward-looking statements under federal securities laws. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could significantly affect the expected results and are based on certain key assumptions. Due to such uncertainties and risks, no assurances can be given that such expectations will prove to have been correct, and readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date indicated. Other risks that KLA faces include those detailed in KLA filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including KLA's annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. Forward-looking statements made by third parties do not necessarily reflect the opinion of KLA, are outside of KLA’s control and have not been verified or otherwise vetted by KLA.
About the Role

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Responsibilities:

  • Interface with Design Engineering team for the release of new products (NPI) into Manufacturing

  • Involve in product development  and evaluate the design for manufacturability and reliability by participating in design reviews and the assembly of the prototype units

  • Need to understand overall system operation, system integration, system calibrations and need to do preventive and corrective maintenance on Equipment/Machine

  • Apply 7-step trouble-shooting, including driving learning and standardization where appropriate.

  • Drive continuous improvement of system hardware, diagnostics and software, tooling, technical documentation and knowledge management to minimize Cycle time/Quality issues.

  • Creating ECO (Engineering Change Orders), Structuring BOMs and  creating test and assembly documentation as needed

  • Work with suppliers to resolve component/yield/part problems in a timely manner and assist purchasing teams in driving supplier quality improvements and cost reductions efforts.

  • Perform First Article qualifications for parts and EOL components.

  • Provide fly and fix support on field escalations for analysis/resolution on any issue requiring in-depth knowledge on the product.

  • Systematically analyze Technical issues and  Infant Mortality issues and come up with proposal and concepts to Standardize.

  • Provide strong technical support to production team to resolve issues and ensure on time shipment.

  • Use lean manufacturing and six sigma processes

  • Generate and Maintain process and equipment work instructions,  drawings, and other production document to conform to specifications

Requirements:

  • Master’s/Bachelor’s Degree in Systems/Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering with 1 or more years of experience in manufacturing.

  • Entry level candidates with good academic record are welcomed.

  • Understand the working principle of complex electro-mechanical assemblies on a high precision defect inspection equipment and how they relate to system performance.

  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills to support technical issues. Set-up experiments, and perform data analysis.

  • Ability to read and understand technical  drawings and use of precision testing and measuring instruments in solving problems.

  • Expected to travel up to 25% of the time

  • Experience in semiconductor equipment industry /manufacturing is advantageous

  • Basic knowledge on the manufacturing process and quality control is desirable

  • Team player with good writing and verbal communication skills

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s/Bachelor’s Degree in Systems/Mechatronics Engineering with 3 or more years of experience in manufacturing.

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees.  KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA’s Careers website for legitimate job postings.  KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers.  If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to talent.acquisition@kla.com to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

Key Skills
Design EngineeringProduct DevelopmentManufacturabilityReliabilitySystem OperationSystem IntegrationMaintenanceTroubleshootingContinuous ImprovementECO CreationBOM StructuringSupplier ManagementFirst Article QualificationTechnical SupportLean ManufacturingSix Sigma
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingScience & Research
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