Electrical Engineer, Power Distribution

KLA; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead electrical architecture and system integration for advanced semiconductor inspection and metrology equipment in Milpitas, CA. You will define power distribution, machine controls, safety systems, and test procedures, collaborating with mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities include electrical schematics, BOMs, and design reviews, while ensuring compliance with SEMI S2/S22, NFPA 79, UL 508A, and CE standards.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree with related work experience (0 years) or Master’s with 3+ years related experience or Bachelor’s with 5+ years related experience.
• Strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities are essential.
• Hands-on experience with electrical systems and safety/regulatory standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and release electrical systems for semiconductor capital equipment (PDUs, panels, cabling).
• Develop electrical architecture integrated with motion systems and facility infra.
• Perform power analysis, load calculations, and fault protection studies.
• Ensure SEMI S2/S22, NFPA 79, UL 508A, CE compliance and document test procedures.
• Provide technical leadership across multiple projects and support lifecycle from concept to deployment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Doctorate

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Zuken E3

Beckhoff PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

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

The Semiconductor Products and Customers (Semi PC) business unit designs, builds and sells KLA's product portfolio to help chip manufacturers meet high-quality standards for technologies like AI, data centers, automotive and electronic devices. Our inspection, metrology, and analytics systems detect and monitor defects across logic and memory chips, specialty semiconductors, wafers, reticles, advanced packaging, process equipment and materials. We also develop technologies for specialty processes, IC substrates, and PCB manufacturing, including etch and deposition, component inspection, and imaging and analytics. The RAPID division leads the industry in reticle inspection solutions, helping ensure high lithography yields and cost-effective semiconductor manufacturing. Its systems support both mask shops and fabs by detecting defects early in the process, enabling faster, more reliable production.

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.

Responsible for the electrical architecture, develop, integration, and compliance of advanced semiconductor inspection and metrology systems. Lead the development of power distribution, machine controls, safety systems, motion control interfaces, and facility integration solutions while working closely with mechanical, software, systems, manufacturing, and field engineering teams. Support products throughout the full lifecycle, from concept development through customer deployment and sustaining engineering. Define supporting documentation, test fixtures, procedures, and service manuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and release electrical systems for semiconductor capital equipment, including power distribution units (PDUs), logic control panels, cable assemblies, and subsystem interfaces.
• Develop electrical architecture integrating with precision motion systems, automation controls, imaging equipment, vacuum subsystems, and facility infrastructure.
• Perform system power analysis, load calculations, circuit sizing, breaker coordination, grounding design, and fault protection studies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and regulations including SEMI S2/S22, NFPA 79, UL 508A, CE, etc.
• Author electrical schematics, cable and harness designs, bills of materials (BOMs), engineering specifications, design review presentations, and test procedures.
• Lead engineering design reviews and risk assessments.
• Use problem solving methods to drive issue resolution activities for manufacturing, system integration, and field installations through root‑cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Select and qualify electrical components including power supplies, circuit protection devices, safety relays, contactors, connectors, cables, industrial networking hardware, and control-system equipment.
• Work with suppliers, manufacturing partners, and other internal engineering teams to ensure quality, reliability, cost, and manufacturability.
• Support safety/regulatory evaluations and factory acceptance events.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance from the electrical engineering perspective to teams across multiple projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• The candidate must be a curious, self‑motivated, knowledge‑seeking individual with the ability to work well independently and within the team to help us create innovative technologies. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and very strong problem solving capabilities.
• Understanding of single and 3 phase power
• Control and Safety circuits (Performance Level analysis)
• Skilled in AutoCAD, Zuken E3, or other schematic drafting tools
• Understanding of PLC systems (Beckhoff, Allen Bradley)
• Ability to hands‑on troubleshoot complex electrical subsystems
• Must be able to travel occasionally for work‑related activities

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

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: $117,800.00 - $172,800.00 AnnuallyPrimary 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 [e-mail] or at [phone] to request accommodation.

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