Applications Engineer

About KLA

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using KLA technologies, from smart phones to semiconductor equipment. The company invests in R&D, with 15% of sales reinvested into research, and employs experts in physics, engineering, data science, and problem solving to deliver innovative manufacturing solutions.

Group/Division

The Semiconductor Process Control (Semi PC) business unit designs, builds, sells, and supports a comprehensive product portfolio that ensures high‑quality production of chips powering AI, data centers, automotive, and other electronic devices. Semi PC combines inspection, metrology, and data analytics to detect defects and variations across the semiconductor ecosystem.

• Understand customers’ characterization requirements and provide solutions using KLA’s optical and interferometry techniques.
• Conduct product and measurement demonstrations.
• Prepare and present quotes to customers and close sales efficiently.
• Provide technical phone support for installed systems and train customers on key technologies.
• Assist with business development, qualifying new applications, markets, and customers.
• Author white papers, product application notes, and technical papers for conferences.
• Travel up to 25% as required.

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Physics or Engineering, with a background in optics.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills for effective technical presentations and demonstrations.
• Deep understanding of optical properties of materials and light‑matter interactions.
• Minimum two years of customer‑facing experience in thin‑film deposition, metrology, or surface characterization.

Master’s level degree with no related work experience; or bachelor’s level degree with two years of related experience.

Base Pay Range: $72,600.00 – $ annually

Primary

Location:

USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, voluntary benefits, 401(k) with company matching, ESPP, student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, career growth programs, financial planning, wellness, paid time off, holidays, and family care leave.

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