Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Precision Systems

About the role

KLA, a provider of inspection, metrology and analytics systems for semiconductor manufacturing, is looking for a hands-on Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in its Central Engineering organization. The engineer designs precision motion systems and complex mechanical assemblies for next-generation semiconductor equipment, taking ownership of designs from concept through prototype, testing and product release. The role suits someone who enjoys solving difficult engineering problems and building real hardware.

Key responsibilities

• Design and develop precision mechanical systems, mechanisms and motion platforms for advanced semiconductor equipment.
• Own designs from initial concept through detailed design, prototype development, testing and product release.
• Create 3D CAD models, engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Perform engineering analysis to evaluate and optimize performance, reliability and manufacturability.
• Troubleshoot, test and improve prototypes and production hardware.
• Collaborate with systems, controls, software, manufacturing and physics teams to solve complex technical challenges.
• Influence key technical decisions and contribute ideas that improve system performance, accuracy, reliability and cost.

Required profile

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics.
• Experience designing complex mechanical systems, precision equipment, automated machinery, robotics, instrumentation, aerospace systems, optical systems, medical devices or similar technologies.
• Strong mechanical design fundamentals including tolerancing, materials, manufacturing processes and mechanism design.
• Preferred: experience with precision positioning or motion systems, precision mechanisms or flexures, structural dynamics and vibration analysis, optical or semiconductor equipment, and design for manufacturability.
• Minimum qualifications: doctorate with 3 years of related experience, master's with 6 years, or bachelor's with 8 years of related experience.

Required skills

• CAD tools such as Creo, NX or SolidWorks.
• Engineering analysis such as FEA, vibration, thermal or structural analysis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

What we offer

• Base pay range of $120,700 to $205,200 annually, depending on role, level and location.
• Possible 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.