Quality Chemical Engineer

About the role

KLA makes inspection tools and metrology systems for the semiconductor industry, and its Global Operations team covers manufacturing, supply chain, manufacturing engineering, installation and quality. This Quality Chemical Engineer role is part of that team and focuses on qualifying chemical products and systems used in chip manufacturing. The position is based in Totowa, NJ, with travel of 5-10% if required.

Key responsibilities

• Qualify all ECI products and ensure successful process qualification of systems according to specifications.
• Review and validate chemical packages and qualification data; escalate failures to the manager and create deviation reports for approval.
• Follow qualification plans and pre- and post-procedures, and review, complete and verify chemical specification documentation.
• Coordinate system configuration so it matches the required chemistry, and close all issues with documented solutions.
• Troubleshoot systems independently and on time, and correct system databases for mismatches.
• Mix chemicals of different volumes and chemistries according to procedure, keeping the work area clean and safe.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 0+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and pay attention to detail.
• Preferred: experience interpreting engineering diagrams, chemical analytical techniques such as voltammetry, HPLC, ICP and titration, and handling SDS/MSDS documents.

What we offer

• Base pay of $60,400 to $88,600 annually, depending on role, level and location.
• Possible performance incentives and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, ESPP, tuition reimbursement, EAP, paid time off and family care leave.