Optical NPI Technician – Prototype & Assembly

Optical Engineering Technician – NPI

As a technician in the NPI (New Product Introduction) group, you will support our division's new product development process. You will provide hands‑on support during technology feasibility evaluations, prototype assembly building, and product release into production. You will partner with NPI and design engineers to build prototype assemblies, provide critical feedback for product manufacturability, documentation completeness, and tooling functionality, and help resolve critical issues in manufacturing and the field.

You will work closely with system‑level technicians to qualify our next‑generation product designs in preparation for production transfer.

• Build, align, and test opto‑mechanical and mechanical assemblies for design validation, prototype testing, and engineering experiments.
• Repair assemblies that have failed on engineering systems or have been returned from the field.
• Provide assembly design feedback to NPI/design engineers.
• Generate redlines to improve assembly/align/test procedures, which may be in draft form.
• Help build and validate alignment or test fixtures.
• Manage material inventory in the work area (cleanroom lab).
• Perform lab audits for safety and regulatory compliance.
• Install assemblies into systems and perform system‑level integration and calibration.

• Must understand and follow class 100 cleanroom protocols.
• Capable of following existing processes and procedures while also building assemblies with training using only notes or draft procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to follow methodical troubleshooting and problem‑solving techniques and make decisions based on data.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Strong organizational skills for both your physical workspace and for your information (assembly data and task status).
• Motivated self‑starter who is fast‑learning and capable of working independently.
• Willingness to work extended hours, including weekends, during critical times.
• Relevant work experience building opto‑mechanical assemblies or systems.

Graduate of a technical school or work experience of 3 years.

$63,900.00 – $

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KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits; 401(K) with company matching; employee stock purchase program (ESPP); student debt assistance; tuition reimbursement; development and career growth opportunities; financial planning benefits; wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP); paid time off and paid company holidays;

and family care and bonding leave. Interns are eligible for some of these benefits.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at  to request accommodation.