Associate Test Engineer (Opto-Mech)

KLA•Milpitas, CA
•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of KLA’s US Operations New Products Team, the Associate Test Engineer (Opto-Mech) performs hands-on assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and problem resolution related to manufacturing opto-mechanical sub-assemblies for KLA’s reticle inspection products. The role also supports continuous improvement efforts to enhance manufacturing cost, cycle time, and overall efficiency. Work includes manufacturing and testing critical, sensitive opto-mechanical sub-assemblies and/or systems, and assisting with setup, alignment, and calibration of optical test equipment and processes. The position may involve evenings or weekends, with pay differential. KLA develops inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics for electronics manufacturing. The role is based at KLA’s Milpitas, California location. The stated base pay range is $28.85–$49.04 per hour. Total rewards may include incentive programs and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life and voluntary insurance, a 401(k) with company matching, an employee stock purchase program, student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, career development opportunities, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

Requirements

  • At least 4 years of relevant experience, or 2 years of experience and an Associate's degree.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and procedures.
  • Ability to use a variety of precision test and measurement equipment.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills to resolve manufacturing technical challenges.
  • Strong ability to update documents for a repeatable manufacturing process.
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively within a diverse culture.
  • Willingness to work evenings or weekends; pay differential is available.

Responsibilities

  • Perform hands-on manufacturing and testing of opto-mechanical sub-assemblies and/or systems.
  • Assemble, test, troubleshoot, and resolve problems related to manufacturing opto-mechanical sub-assemblies for reticle inspection products.
  • Assist with setup, alignment, and calibration of optical test equipment and processes.
  • Support manufacturing process improvements that improve cost, cycle time, and overall efficiency.
  • Update documents to support a repeatable manufacturing process.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Employee stock purchase program
  • Student debt assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Development and career growth opportunities and programs
  • Financial planning benefits
  • Wellness benefits, including an employee assistance program
  • Paid time off
  • Paid company holidays
  • Family care and bonding leave
  • Performance incentive programs
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