Technical Engagement Manager - Optical Films and CD

## Technical Engagement Manager - Optical Films and CDApplylocations:
Hillsboro, ORtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
2637139
** 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
**** Technical Leadership*
* • Serve as the customer-facing technical authority for the KLA optical CD and films portfolio  
• Lead resolution of complex metrology and process control challenges   
• Guide a team of application engineers to deliver full technical value of KLA metrology solutions, prioritizing work based on technical impact and business priorities  
• Own successful execution through technical leads and application teams
** Customer Engagement and Influence*
* • Drive adoption and penetration of KLA solutions at the customer, contributing to business growth and market share
• Establish strong influence with customer technical leadership through consistent execution and strong technical expertise
• Own and drive multiple concurrent customer engagements
• Serve as the integrator between customer needs and internal capabilities  
• Actively influence technical solution roadmap with product development teams based on deep understanding of current customer challenges and future technology needs
** Team Building*
* • Build and develop high-performing technical teams in a scalable engagement model, with leads and subject matter experts  
• Identify and develop next-generation leaders within the organization   
• Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and technical excellence
** Cross-Functional Collaboration and Influence*
* • Drive technical engagement alignment across account, service, marketing and engineering teams   
• Build strong internal working relationships across groups, demonstrating a “one team” approach to delivering technical and business value
** Preferred Qualifications*
* • 10+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing or related technical field
• Prior experience leading or managing technical teams, including development of technical leads or subject matter experts
• Experience owning multiple concurrent programs or customer engagements in a complex environment
• Strong background in optical CD, films, or other semiconductor metrology applications
• Demonstrated ability to influence product or technology development based on customer needs
• Experience working across global or highly matrixed organizations, driving alignment across engineering, marketing, account, and service teams
** Minimum Qualifications*
* • BS, MS, or PhD in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, or related technical field
• 7+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, including process, metrology, or yield engineering
• Demonstrated technical depth with the ability to lead resolution of complex process control or metrology challenges
• Experience in customer-facing technical roles, with a track record of delivering measurable technical and business outcomes
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams to execute complex technical programs
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical teams and customer stakeholders

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