Product Development Engineer Intern

KLA • Ann Arbor, MI

84d • $38 - $47

About The Position

KLA is seeking highly motivated PhD candidates for summer internship opportunities at our Ann Arbor, Michigan location. This role offers a unique chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams on the development of a simulation model for a cutting-edge autofocus system. The system integrates optics, electronics, and precision motion control, and is a key component of KLA's next-generation wafer inspection tools.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in modeling and simulation using MathWorks Simulink or equivalent simulation tooling.
• Solid understanding of optics, electronics, mechatronics, and mixed control systems involving pneumatics.
• Experience in design of experiments (DOE) and data analysis for complex control systems.
• Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering or a related field with immigration authorization to undertake corporate internship projects.

Responsibilities

• Gain a deep understanding of the autofocus system's theory of operation and its integration with stage control in wafer inspection tools.
• Design and implement a simulation model to evaluate autofocus performance in conjunction with open-loop control from the stage system.
• Develop verification methods and test plans to assess the reliability and accuracy of the simulation model.
• Collect and analyze test data from wafer inspection tools, and compile findings into comprehensive summary reports.
• Collaborate closely with engineers across optics, electronics, precision motion control, and systems engineering disciplines.

Benefits

• 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
• Family care and bonding leave

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees