KLA · 18 hours ago
Applications Development Engineer - FaST
Hillsboro, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$98K/yr - $166K/yr
3+ years expKLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, seeking an Applications Development Engineer for their Film and Scatterometry Technology Division. The role involves leading projects, developing technical documentation, and responding to customer requests while ensuring quality and performance of metrology solutions for semiconductor IC manufacturers.
ElectronicsInformation TechnologyManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead medium-sized projects e.g. H2H, PLC, alpha characterization, beta testing, and gap analysis
Create and evaluate characterization and field test plans
Respond to customer requests and perform complex problem diagnosis and problem resolution
Develop and document new applications of existing and pre-release products, including BKMs
Develop written procedures, standards, training material, and other technical documentation
Review and evaluate quality of data in other related technical documents
Layer owner on complex demos
Serve as Applications Representative for PLC projects
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. degree, Masters with 2-4 years, or Bachelors with 3-5 years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in engineering applications
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
Thoroughly understands engineering principles and techniques related to project activities
Show a high degree of proficiency in several other related technical areas
Ability to recognize system-wide issues and design accordingly
Strong working knowledge of testing techniques
Strong working knowledge of various applications
Ability to independently resolve complex problems
Strong presentation skills
Strong project management skills
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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