Optical 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 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.

With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next‑generation devices to volume production quickly and cost‑effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers.

First to deliver the best imaging and classification data for every defect or point on any layer at any time. EBeam’s mission encapsulates its role as the “eyes” of KLA’s product line, providing timely information on defects and critical locations on the wafer at the highest spatial resolution possible. Customers use EBeam products alongside KLA patterned and bare wafer inspectors to quickly understand the nature of defects and other imperfections on product wafers and take action to correct the manufacturing process.

Our dynamic e‑beam technology team is seeking an electron optics engineer to refine current technologies and orchestrate the development of next‑generation solutions. In this role, you will dive into a hands‑on role in the development and calibration of innovative electron beam systems. You will be at the forefront of technological advancements, driving impactful projects that shape the future of our industry.

• Hands‑on operation, maintenance, and calibration of electron beam tools or benches.
• Develop and run experiments to characterize systems and mitigate critical risks, ensuring top performance and reliability.
• Analyze, diagnose, and deliver practical, high‑impact solutions for challenging technical problems.
• Collaborate with multi‑functional teams and communicate effectively with customers.
• Enjoy opportunities for global engagement, with up to 10% travel for vendor and customer interactions.
• Develop and document training material, troubleshooting procedures and Best Known Methods (BKMs).
• Coordinate tool schedules and train other users on operation of tools.

• Degree in Physics, Mathematics, Materials, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or equivalent technical experience.
• Hands‑on experience with system level trouble shooting, diagnostics, and calibration of scanning electron microscopes e.g. SEM.
• Fundamental knowledge of electron optics, surface science and imaging.
• Outstanding analytical ability, clear communication, and presentation skills; a self‑starter who thrives in team settings.
• Demonstrated ability to act independently, plan and drive work to…