Sr. Systems Design Engineer

KLA • Milpitas, CA

12d

About The Position

The Sr. Systems Design Engineer plays a central role throughout the different phases of the product life cycle. This position is part of a team responsible for developing and supporting next generation optical critical dimension metrology systems as well as supporting and improving current systems. This role will lead to responsibility for next generation product development, from technology evaluation and selection, specifications development, product validation, verification, transfer to manufacturing, and support of customer ramp. The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership attributes and be able to lead high performing teams to achieve program objectives in a timely manner. The candidate must have strong background in modeling and simulation, be able to develop mathematical models based on physical theory and optical principles to represent complex optical systems, and use the model to assess technology capabilities and derive requirements for engineering design. Must be able to support detailed analysis and tradeoffs for the various solutions, develop plan of action, and effectively communicate plans to colleagues to execute. Must have the knowledge and experience to effectively work with experts in optics, electronics, mechanics, software, and algorithms as required to resolve issues. Some travel may be required for complex cases that require on-site support. Additional details regarding responsibilities:

Requirements

• PhD in Optics, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field.
• Strong background in engineering or the physical sciences with demonstrated analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in diagnosing and driving solutions to complex problems across whole systems by applying appropriate problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively to all levels of the division, customers, vendors and across cultures.
• Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 2 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years

Nice To Haves

• Experience of creating computational models to represent complex optical system and analyze system behavior under various conditions is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate concepts and designs for the next generation systems.
• Lead design efforts for some components of a system, including building models and performing analysis to derive requirements, holding design reviews to drive team agreement on requirements and designs, and procuring parts for prototype tests.
• Contribute to prototype test by providing input to the prototype test plan, conducting experiments to verify performance of critical components, subsystems and modules, and reviewing test reports with cross-functional team for approval.
• Contribute to research, evaluation, and proposals for new product features in support of customer requirements.
• Setup and drive small team efforts that address product-level issues (such as design issues, supplier issues, MFG escalations, or improvement projects).
• Lead development of performance and troubleshooting diagnostics for existing and new products.
• Drive team to resolve system issues in engineering, manufacturing and customer sites.
• Work with engineers at locations around the world to solve issues escalated to engineering, establish root cause, develop plan of action (POA), guide teams in execution of POA, and standardize solutions to improve design and procedures.
• Will require some travel (< 25%)

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees