Sr. Systems Design Engineer (Semiconductor/Capital Equipment)

Description The selected Product Development Engineer will work within the Broadband Plasma products. This role will involve requirements analysis, system design and testing of complex inspection systems using expertise from multiple technical disciplines. The selected candidate will: Work with marketing and engineering to define system architecture and develop requirements for system and subsystems. Analyze and break down the subsystem requirements, specs and justifications for specs. Model and budget the system and subsystem performance. Work with functional groups to define and review designs. Create and execute test plans and perform analysis to validate system performance. Troubleshoot system and subsystem issues and work with various subsystem teams to find and implement solutions. Be the system owner to lead the integration, development for features and subsystems, MFG and customer escalations to troubleshoot and drive the issues to closure. Communicate and align with management, stakeholders and customers on status and propose plans for decision-making. Support internal and external customers in implementing processes to build and use the tool effectively and optimize tool performance. Occasional travel will be required. Qualifications Must have a strong background in engineering or the physical science and demonstrated analysis and problem‑solving skills. Must have a good understanding of Optical, Electromechanical and Software systems and their interactions in the context of complex industrial equipment. Strong understanding the imaging system working principles and the performance impact due to aberrations. Must be able to run large scale data analysis including text, images, log files to provide useful insights. Should be familiar with scientific and statistical analysis tools and SW tools such as Matlab, JMP, and LabView. Should be familiar with scripting languages, such as Python. Strong skills in system and subsystem calibration, diagnostic and troubleshooting skills in optics, opto‑mechanics, and motion control systems. Experience with problem‑solving one or more of the above areas are highly desirable. Agility and ability to thrive on a fast‑paced program and respond quickly to field and internal escalations. Must be an effective communicator able to share technical information with functional groups and provide executive level reports to management and customers. Strong leadership skills to lead the team in development and escalations. PhD or Masters, in applied optics, mechanical/electrical engineering, physics or related disciplines desired. Minimum Qualifications Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 5 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 12 years Base Pay Range: $180,000.00 - $306,000.00 Annually Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and 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 and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave. KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr KLA