Product Engineer (eBeam Scanning Electron Microscope)

About the role

KLA, a global leader in electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, is looking for a Product Engineer focused on eBeam demo lab Scanning Electron Microscope systems. The role maintains and drives reliability improvements of these systems by diagnosing, troubleshooting and debugging sophisticated optical, electro-mechanical equipment, computer systems and software. Although the text states there is no current opening, it invites applicants to express interest in future opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the reliability of eBeam demo lab SEM systems, supporting systems and applications characterization of current and next-generation semiconductor wafer inspection and metrology products.
• Design test plans, collect data, analyze results, publish findings and recommendations, and act as a link between design/engineering and applications teams.
• Build knowledge of system operation, integration and calibration, and drive solutions for equipment and tool issues.
• Hold meetings with technical experts, agree on plans of action and resolve issues.
• Improve hardware, diagnostics and software reliability, implement tool methodologies and set up monitoring systems that trigger corrective actions.
• Generate documentation for troubleshooting, technical findings, service and postmortem reports.
• Help define and optimize the preventative maintenance schedule and take part in hands-on integration of Alpha/Beta systems.

Required profile

• Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical, Materials Science, Physics, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Either a Master's degree with 0 years of related experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of related experience.
• Experience with electron microscopy (scanning/transmission), X-ray material characterization (XRD/EDX), optical microscopy, scatterometry, molecular beam epitaxy or spectrometry equipment.
• Hands-on experience operating vacuum-based equipment.
• Preferred: knowledge of power engineering and control systems.

What we offer

• Base pay range of $95,000 to $161,500 depending on role, level and location.
• Performance incentive programs and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching, ESPP, tuition reimbursement, EAP, paid time off and family care leave.