KLA · 6 hours ago
Optomechanical Design Engineer (E)
Milpitas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $213K/yr
5+ years expKLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. The Optomechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for designing precision components and subsystems, collaborating with various engineering groups, and managing suppliers to ensure design requirements are met.
ElectronicsInformation TechnologyManufacturing
Responsibilities
Design of precision components, modules and subsystems to support the design of the next generation cutting edge reticle inspection tools
These tasks will require working with other engineering groups such as Optics engineers, Systems engineers and Manufacturing + Service engineers to ensure flawless integration and test at the subsystem and system level
Work closely with and manage suppliers to ensure all design requirements are specified and achieved
Address and resolve product issues through the product development phases
Responsible for the complete design process, including:
Driving requirements specification
Feasibility studies
Cost and scheduling
Conceptual and detailed design, detailed drawings, using 3D solid modeling (ProE/Creo)
Conducting various analysis, such as fluid, thermal, vibrational, and FEA modeling
Understanding of Geometric Tolerancing (GD&T)
Detailed tolerance stack-up analysis
Participate in and lead design reviews to obtain a peer-oriented design assessment throughout design process
Procurement of prototype parts
Prototype assembly and testing
System integration and testing
Create assembly and test procedures
Documentation release and handoff to manufacturing
Design challenges may include:
Optomechanical & precision mechanism design
Design for functionality in ultra-high and ultra-clean vacuum
Precision stage and actuation/adjustment design
Qualification
Required
Strong leadership, communication and problem solving skills
Minimum 5 years work experience in 3D solid modeling
Minimum 3 years work experience in FEA, GD&T
Ability to lead small design team desirable
Strong background in the design of mechanisms
Basic understanding of optical subsystems
Familiar with manufacturing processes including machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding fabrication and castings
Team player, who takes initiative and demonstrates perseverance and a drive to be better
Doctorate (Academic) or work experience of 2 years, Master's Level Degree or work experience of 4 years, Bachelor's Level Degree or work experience of 5 years
Preferred
Creo (ProEngineer) skill strongly preferred
Experience in several of these areas is desirable: opto-mechanical systems, ultra-high vacuum systems, design of inspection equipment or similar instruments, motion controls, electronics, data acquisition systems such as Labview, measurement instrumentation, tooling & test fixture design, supplier management, new product introduction
Should have experience in thermal, structural analysis and fluid flow modeling (Pro/Mechanica, ANSYS, CF Design skill strongly 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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