Senior Mechanical Engineer - Reticle Inspection Systems

About the role

KLA's RAPID division, which leads reticle inspection solutions for the semiconductor industry, is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its engineering team. The engineer develops precision mechanical and opto-mechanical inspection systems for next-generation semiconductor capital equipment, owning the design process from requirements and feasibility through detailed design, prototyping, testing and manufacturing release.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end mechanical design and development, translating high-level requirements into clear engineering specifications
• Perform and guide structural, modal and vibration, thermal and fluid flow analyses, and design systems with vibration isolation and damping in mind
• Drive concept development, engineering studies and design decisions, balancing performance, cost and manufacturability
• Own subsystem or product deliverables and collaborate with systems, manufacturing, suppliers and service teams
• Support design reviews (RDR, CDR, DDR), validation and system integration
• Lead manufacturing handoff, including documentation, vendor engagement and issue resolution during builds

Required profile

• Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) with 2+ years of experience, or Master's with 4+ years, or Bachelor's with 5+ years
• Experience in semiconductor capital equipment or similar high-complexity hardware systems
• Experience leading projects from concept through manufacturing release
• Self-starter, systems thinker and technical leader comfortable in a fast-paced, multi-project environment

Required skills

• Strong technical expertise in at least two of: structural/FEA analysis, modal and vibration analysis, thermal engineering, fluid flow / CFD
• Experience designing mechanical systems and extensive CAD assembly and drawing work
• Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-up, precision engineering and manufacturing processes such as machining, sheet metal and welding
• Ability to create procedures for manufacturing, field installation and service

What we offer

• Base pay range of $141,300 to $240,200 annually
• 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