KLA · 2 hours ago
Optical Engineer (E)
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$85K/yr - $144K/yr
0+ years expKLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, and they are always building their Optical Engineering talent community. The Optical Engineer role involves designing and specifying optical components, calibrating and testing optical systems, and integrating prototype systems onto semiconductor tools for validation.
ElectronicsInformation TechnologyManufacturing
Responsibilities
Designing and specifying optical components and modules such as lasers, LEDs, optical filters, cameras, sensors, and lens assemblies
Creating specification documents and working with vendors to design for manufacturability and process
Calibrating, testing, and troubleshooting prototype optical systems
Assembling and aligning tabletop optical components
Developing, documenting, and detailing operational methods sheets and assembly procedures with vendors
Implement optical alignment and metrology process or test/tooling fixtures to achieve targeted optical performance
Integrating prototype systems onto semiconductor tools for system function testing and validation
Determining test methods and procedures for technical de-risk or to eliminate root causes
Reporting and presenting results to guide design decisions
Evaluating design alternatives especially for timeline, tolerancing, manufacturability, light budgets, error budgets, and gauge repeatability and reproducibility
Following a design process with reviews, procurement from vendors, first-article inspection, testing, prototype integration, and design release
Qualification
Required
An understanding of optics theory, especially illumination, imaging, and microscope systems, is a must
Experience with optical design in software such as CodeV, Zemax, or Lighttools
Optical bench, subsystem, or system assembly experience and comfort with complex optomechanical alignment
Ability to measure, troubleshoot, test, process, and communicate data, images, signals, and readings
Ability to travel to manufacturing and customer facilities (domestic and international) as part of product development
Be results driven
Proven ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment with changing workloads and deadlines
Be able to work in a multi-discipline and multi-culture global organization
Degrees in optical engineering preferred
Experience with spectroscopy, coatings, and optomechanics a plus
Doctorate (Academic) or work experience of 0 years, Master's Level Degree or work experience of 2 years, Bachelor's Level Degree or work experience of 3 years
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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