System Engineer

KLA•Beaverton, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us. With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The Optical Metrology Division products are used for optical overlay metrology. The portfolio of products includes unique solution packages which are based on hardware and software systems to enhance yield and effectiveness. As a world leader in its field of expertise, the division's products are the most advanced in performance (measurement accuracy of nanometers and below), reliability, ease of use and compatibility with other KLA's products. KLA (Israel) controls over 80% of the world market sales in its field, and its products are used by every major semiconductor manufacturer around the world. KLA Israel is located in the Migdal Haemek Industrial Park. Senior Systems Engineer We are looking for an experienced Systems Engineer to join our team! Our Systems Engineers are the driving force behind the development process—combining deep technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and a clear understanding of customer needs to deliver complex, high-performance solutions.

Requirements

Strong curiosity and a passion for continuous learning
BSc or MSc in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, with 5+ years of multidisciplinary R&D experience
PhD in a relevant field is a strong advantage
Solid experience in data analysis and signal/image processing (Python or MATLAB preferred)
Strong system-level thinking and ability to understand complex architectures
Excellent collaboration skills with the ability to work across disciplines and independently
Demonstrated leadership capabilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, including presentation skills
Endless curiosity and a strong drive to continuously learn and explore new technologies
Strong system-level thinking and ability to understand and analyze complex systems
Solid experience in data analysis and signal/image processing using Python or MATLAB
Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across disciplines and independently
Proven leadership capabilities and ability to influence cross-functional teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, including technical presentation
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, with 5+ years of multidisciplinary systems R&D experience, PhD in a relevant field is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

Lead the technical development of a complex metrology system within a cross-disciplinary engineering team
Own and manage system error budgets to meet required specifications; define technical roadmaps for future advancements
Decompose large systems into well-defined subsystems, modules, and components for efficient implementation
Perform detailed root cause analysis on development issues and field escalations
Drive system-level validation and verification activities, including testing and performance qualification
Partner with program managers to develop and maintain project schedules
Collaborate closely with service, manufacturing, engineering, and marketing teams to optimize system performance and resolve issues
Ensure system designs meet all functional and performance requirements
Develop deep technical expertise across hardware, software, and algorithms, aligned with customer use cases
Troubleshoot and maintain engineering prototype systems at headquarters
Review and approve system requirements and design documentation
Contribute to product strategy by partnering with marketing to translate market needs into system requirements
Collect and analyze large datasets (internal and customer-generated) to gain insights into system behavior
Support field escalations by providing structured action plans and hands-on assistance, including on-site support when needed
Design and execute multi-disciplinary experiments; author and review detailed test plans and reports