Product Development Engineer
About The Position
The Product Development Engineer will contribute to business priorities by delivering high-impact work in their area of expertise. The position supports KLA’s Broadband Plasma (BBP) division, whose optical inspection systems help logic, foundry, and memory customers detect critical defects at advanced nodes. These systems combine broadband plasma technology with sensitivity and speed for high-volume manufacturing. The role requires engineering or physical-science expertise, analytical and problem-solving ability, and diagnostic and troubleshooting skills across at least two relevant technical areas. The engineer communicates technical guidance to colleagues and provides technical summaries for internal and external customers.
Requirements
- Strong background in engineering or physical science.
- Demonstrated analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills in at least two of the following areas: optics, opto-mechanics, precision motion control systems, and computing hardware systems.
- Experience with at least one scientific, statistical analysis, or software tool such as Matlab, Python, or JMP.
- Doctorate (Academic) degree with 0 years of related work experience; or a master’s degree with 3 years of related work experience; or a bachelor’s degree with 5 years of related work experience.
Nice To Haves
- Understanding of optical, electromechanical, and software systems and how they interact in complex industrial equipment.
- Experience with Zemax or other optical design software.
- Familiarity with image analysis methods.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-impact work in the engineer’s area of expertise to advance business priorities.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot systems in at least two of the following areas: optics, opto-mechanics, precision motion control systems, and computing hardware systems.
- Provide detailed guidance to colleagues to help solve problems.
- Prepare technical summaries for internal and external customers.
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 and paid company holidays
- Family care and bonding leave
- Performance incentive programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
