Applications Development Engineer - FaST

KLA; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 97,600 - 165,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(K) matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

KLA is seeking a skilled professional to lead medium-sized projects within the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Applicants should hold a relevant degree (Ph.D., Master's, or Bachelor's) with requisite experience. Responsibilities include developing field test plans and troubleshooting complex problems. The role offers a competitive annual salary of $97,600 - $165,900 and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(K) matching, and tuition reimbursement. Apply via [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree, Masters with 2-4 years, or Bachelors with 3-5 years experience.
• Thoroughly understands engineering principles and techniques related to project activities.
• Ability to independently resolve complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Lead medium-sized projects e.g. H2H, PLC, alpha characterization.
• Create and evaluate characterization and field test plans.
• Respond to customer requests and perform complex problem diagnosis.

Education

Doctorate (Academic) Degree

Master’s Level Degree

Bachelor’s Level Degree

Job description

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 and Division

With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next‑generation devices to volume production quickly and cost‑effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA’s Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The Film and Scatterometry Technology (FaST) Division provides industry‑leading metrology solutions for worldwide semiconductor IC manufacturers. The FaST Division portfolio of metrology products includes hardware and software solutions for optical film thickness, optical critical dimension (CD), composition, and resistivity measurement systems. These products are essential for the IC manufacturers as they provide critical metrology capabilities for the development and implementation of their advanced IC processes. The FaST division is committed to support our customers to achieve performance entitlement of our solution and we effectively partner with our customers from their early research and development phase to the high‑volume in‑line manufacturing implementation specific for their process needs. The division consists of a global team located in US, Israel, China, and India.

Responsibilities

• Lead medium‑sized projects e.g. H2H, PLC, alpha characterization, beta testing, and gap analysis.
• Create and evaluate characterization and field test plans.
• Respond to customer requests and perform complex problem diagnosis and problem resolution.
• Develop and document new applications of existing and pre‑release products, including BKMs.
• Develop written procedures, standards, training material, and other technical documentation.
• Review and evaluate quality of data in other related technical documents.
• Layer owner on complex demos.
• Serve as Applications Representative for PLC projects.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. degree, Masters with 2‑4 years, or Bachelors with 3‑5 years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in engineering applications.

• Thoroughly understands engineering principles and techniques related to project activities.
• Show a high degree of proficiency in several other related technical areas.
• Ability to recognize system‑wide issues and design accordingly.
• Strong working knowledge of testing techniques.
• Strong working knowledge of various applications.
• Ability to independently resolve complex problems.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Strong project management skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience; Master’s Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor’s Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years

Base Pay Range

$97,600.00 - $165,900.00 Annually

Benefits

KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed.

Equal Opportunity Employment

KLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. KLA will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Contact

[e-mail] or [phone]