Optical Manufacturing Design Engineer – Alignment & Yield

KLA-Belgium; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, seeking an optics-focused engineer to manage alignment, testing, and integration of advanced wafer inspection tools.

The role requires hands-on experience with opto-mechanical subsystems, interferometers, and precision alignment, with international travel up to 25%. Collaborative, problem-solving skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Doctorate (Academic), Master’s Level Degree or work experience of 2 years
• Hands-on assembly, alignment, calibration and testing of opto-mechanical subsystems
• Experience with optical testing equipment such as interferometers, autocollimators, alignment telescopes, spectrometers

Responsibilities

• Manage optical alignment equipment and related alignment methodology for latest generation of optical wafer inspection tools
• Identify ways to improve yield and predictability of optical integration process
• Participate in integration and troubleshooting of manufacturing issues of optical systems and subsystems
• Work with suppliers to resolve component/part quality problems in a timely manner
• Assist Quality and Purchasing departments in driving supplier quality improvements and cost reductions

Skills

Optics

Precision alignment

Interferometers

Test/assembly experience

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Physics or Optics

MSc in Physics or Optics

Bachelor in Physics or Optics

Tools

Interferometers

Autocollimators

Alignment telescopes

Spectrometers

Job description

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, seeking an optics-focused engineer to manage alignment, testing, and integration of advanced wafer inspection tools.

The role requires hands-on experience with opto-mechanical subsystems, interferometers, and precision alignment, with international travel up to 25%. Collaborative, problem-solving skills are essential for success.