NPI System Design Engineer

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 been made 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 invests 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.

The Sens Array division is the world leading provider of in‑situ processing measurement and control solutions for the semiconductor industry. The company provides measurement and control solutions to both semiconductor fabs and mask shops to ensure that yields are consistently high thus enabling cost‑effective manufacturing. Sens Array business unit is dedicated to supporting customer R&D phase as well as HVM with in‑situ thermal process control.

Sens Array business unit enables APC (Automated Process Control) to improve process optimization and yield improvement.

You will play a meaningful role in bringing innovative sensor products from concept to production. This position sits at the intersection of Engineering and Manufacturing, ensuring new products are manufacturable, scalable, reliable, and ready for successful customer deployment.

• Lead NPI activities from prototype through production release
• Drive the transition of new products from engineering development into manufacturing
• Coordinate prototype, pilot, qualification, and production builds
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure production readiness and successful ramp‑up
• Develop and implement build plans, validation activities, and manufacturing readiness reviews
• Support first‑article builds, product qualifications, and production launches
• Drive Design for Excellence (DFx) initiatives, including manufacturability, assembly, testability, reliability, serviceability, quality, and cost
• Identify technical risks and implement mitigation plans throughout the product lifecycle
• Work with multi‑functional teams to resolve issues discovered during builds and early production
• Support manufacturing test strategies and product validation efforts
• Improve yield, quality, and production efficiency through data‑driven problem solving
• Ensure manufacturing documentation is complete and ready for release of BOMs, work instructions, test procedures, etc.
• Partner closely with Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Suppliers
• Support supplier and contract manufacturer engagement during product development and ramp
• Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions for product and manufacturing issues
• Communicate technical status, risks, and recommendations across multiple teams

• Technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Material Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering
• Experience in electrical hardware development and productization
• Proven experience with NPI, pilot builds, and manufacturing ramp‑up
• Demonstrated success taking hardware designs from concept through manufacturing release
• Strong hands‑on experience with lab equipment
• Experience working with global suppliers and contract manufacturers
• Familiarity with semiconductor equipment, industrial systems, or high‑reliability products
• Experience in mixed‑signal systems, power distribution, or system‑level electrical design
• Understanding of regulatory, safety, and compliance requirements is a plus

You are a hands‑on engineer who enjoys taking products from development into production. You thrive in fast‑paced environments, enjoy…