Technical support engineer (m/f/d) - Engineering focus

KLA-Belgium; Dresden; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Company car or car allowance

30 days vacation per year

Free gym membership

Zusammenfassung

KLA Dresden is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support customers and field teams with remote and onsite troubleshooting, ensuring high system performance and customer satisfaction.

You will work with experienced engineers on issues, help improve products, and craft technical documentation while contributing to cross-functional initiatives across Europe.

Qualifikationen

• Strong trouble-shooting and problem-solving abilities in field and customer environments.
• Hands-on customer support mindset with ability to lead small projects and support evaluations.
• Ability to collaborate with Field Service Engineers, Customer Support, and Product Support teams.

Aufgaben

• Provide remote and on-site troubleshooting for KLA products to ensure high system performance and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers to analyze issues, identify solutions, and contribute to product improvements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, best practices, and knowledge articles for global teams.
• Lead or contribute to small technical projects and cross-functional initiatives driving operational and product excellence.
• Travel up to 40% to customer sites and fabs in Germany and Europe to support installations and service.

Kenntnisse

Technical troubleshooting

Customer support mindset

Cross-functional collaboration

Project leadership

Ausbildung

University degree in Electrotechnical, Optical, Mechatronics Engineering or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Company Overview

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.

Group/Division

The KLA Services team headquartered in Milpitas, CA is our service organization that consists of Service Sales and Marketing, Spares Supply Chain management, Field Operations, Engineering, Product Training, and Technical Support. The KLA Services organization partners with our field teams and customers in all business sectors to maintain the high performance and productivity of our products through a flexible portfolio of services. Our comprehensive services include: proactive management of tools to identify and improve performance; expertise in optics, image processing and motion control with worldwide service engineers, 24/7 technical support teams and knowledge management systems; and an extensive parts network to ensure worldwide availability of parts.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Support customers and field teams in remote and onsite troubleshooting , incl. resolving technical challenges on KLA products, helping to ensure high system performance and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with experienced engineers to analyze issues, identify solutions, and contribute to continuous product improvements. Create and maintain technical documentation, best practices, and knowledge articles that help teams worldwide work more efficiently. Participate in customer evaluations, product demonstrations, beta testing, and new technology introductions, gaining exposure to cutting‑edge semiconductor solutions. Lead or contribute to small technical projects and cross‑functional initiatives that drive operational and product excellence. Work closely with Customer Support Engineers and Product Support teams to investigate complex technical issues and develop effective action plans. Provide remote and on‑site technical support through phone, email, and field activities, supporting customers across different regions. Assist with data analysis, reporting, and technical presentations to support business and engineering decisions. Help improve internal knowledge management systems by identifying opportunities to enhance documentation, processes, and support tools. Develop your technical expertise through structured training, hands‑on experience, and certification programs, including opportunities to support customer‑facing activities in the field.

Minimum Qualifications

University degree in Electrotechnical, Optical, Mechatronics Engineering or related field. Strong technical troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills with the ability to diagnose, analyze, and resolve complex equipment and product issues in both field and customer environments. Hands‑on customer support mindset, with the capability to lead small projects, support beta testing and evaluations, prepare technical reports, and contribute to action plans for product improvements. Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams, including Field Service Engineers, Customer Support Engineers, and Product Support teams to support escalations, service alerts, evaluations, and customer projects.

Advantage

Advantage is an experience with technical documentation and knowledge management, including creating Best Known Methods (BKMs), maintaining knowledge databases, and documenting corrective actions and process improvements. Willingness to work in customer fabs and travel as needed, combined with a strong commitment to continuous learning and product certification. The role includes hands‑on field support, on‑the‑job training (eg. in Taiwan, South Korea and Singapore), and approximately up to 40% time in the fabs in Germany as well as in the whole Europe.

Why you should work for KLA

Joining KLA means becoming part of a global technology leader in the semiconductor industry, in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. We offer a supportive environment where your growth, well‑being, and contributions truly matter.

Your benefits at a glance

Dynamic and future‑oriented industry at the forefront of technological innovation. Collaborative and supportive team. Access to extensive onboarding and continuous development opportunities to support your career growth. Permanent employment contract and long‑term career stability. Competitive compensation package, including additional variable compensation, participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan and company pension scheme. Company car or car allowance. 30 days of vacation per year and flexible working hours. Free gym membership at the local sport center club in Dresden. Company events, such as summer family events and Christmas celebrations.

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Please note: Applications should be submitted in English. We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.