KLA · 3 weeks ago
Opto-Mechanical Design Engineer
Milpitas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$114K/yr - $194K/yr
3+ years expKLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. They are seeking an Opto-Mechanical Design Engineer to work with Research Scientists and Engineers to develop R&D Inspection Benches for validating new inspection methods in the semiconductor industry.
ElectronicsInformation TechnologyManufacturing
Responsibilities
Obtain thorough understanding of the fundamental physics behind the new proposed inspection methods and the underlying problems these new methods are aimed to solve
Work together with Optics Engineers to develop the layout, followed by design concepts and detailed designs to build these R&D Inspection Benches from scratch
Work together with Optics Engineers to perform optical alignment on these benches
Own driving the precision mechanism design, vibration control and other related design parameter to meet bench requirements (such as cleanliness) that are critical for the wafer and reticle inspection systems
Own driving selections of key modules such as light source, optics, sensors/cameras, stages
Work together with Research Scientists to run actual inspections on customers wafers and reticles on these benches
Communicate results and recommendations to Product teams and Marketing
Qualification
Required
Proven track record of precision mechanical design
Hands-on experience is a MUST
Curiosity is a MUST
Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years
Preferred
Experience with Pro/E and ANSYS are highly preferred
Knowledge of Optical Systems is highly preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Other voluntary benefits
401(K) including company matching
Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
Student debt assistance
Tuition reimbursement program
Development and career growth opportunities and programs
Financial planning benefits
Wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP)
Paid time off
Paid company holidays
Family care and bonding leave
Company
KLA
Kla creates tools and services that promote innovation in the electronics industry.
10001+ employees
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