Associate Test Engineer

KLA; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

KLA, a leader in advanced inspection tools and metrology, invites engineers to join the Global Operations team in Milpitas. You will work across production, testing and documentation to ensure high-quality manufacturing processes.

The role requires 4–6 years of related experience and a Technical School background with a BSEE. Overtime and shift work may be required to support production needs.

Qualifications

• Requires 4–6 years of related experience.
• Technical School with BSEE and ability to work independently.
• Willing to work overtime and various shifts.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Broad understanding of printed circuit boards.

Responsibilities

• Build and test cameras and PCBs in production.
• Update documentation when needed.
• Work with engineers to bring new products to manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot down to the component level.
• Maintain and update documents for repeatable manufacturing processes.

Skills

Camera assembly

PCB testing

Documentation update

Cross-functional collaboration

Troubleshooting to component level

Engineering problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Job description

To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale—faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.

Group/Division

KLA has manufacturing sites worldwide. The Global Operations (GOPS) team, comprised of Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Installation and Quality, builds our leading-edge technology. GOPS partners with KLA's global supply base and design engineering teams to develop new products, working continuously to build better, faster and more cost-efficient solutions.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.

Looking for highly motivated individual who has Technical School with BSEE and can work independently with limited support from engineering and management. Must be willing to work overtime, day or night shift and weekends.

• Build and test cameras and printed circuit assemblies in production area.
• Update documentation when needed
• Work with engineer to bring new products to manufacturing
• Broad technical understanding of printed circuit boards
• Be able to troubleshoot down to component level
• Strong ability to update documents for a repeatable Manufacturing Process
• Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills, and work in a collaborative style
• Good technical skills and proven engineering problem solving ability

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a minimum of 4 - 6 years of related experience

About KLA

We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us.

Total Rewards

Base Pay Range: $28.85 - $42.00 Per Hour Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

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. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Use of AI Statement

At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews—whether virtual or in person is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset.

Equal Opportunity Statement

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We 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. Please contact us at [e-mail] or at [phone] to request accommodation. For additional information, view the US Know Your Rights poster on the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website.