Global Field Installation Engineer for Semiconductor Equipment

KLA; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Life insurance

401K with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Student debt assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Wellness benefits (EAP)

Job summary

KLA is seeking a Product Installation Engineer to install and qualify advanced KLA systems at customer sites worldwide, ensuring schedule and quality standards are met. You will diagnose issues, calibrate equipment, and transfer tool ownership with engineering and regional teams.

Travel is extensive to support installations globally, with independence and adherence to documented procedures. Strong problem‑solving, communication, and cross‑cultural collaboration are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electronics, optics, mechanical, electro‑mechanical, and electro‑optical systems.
• Experience with high‑vacuum systems strongly preferred.
• Comfort working with computer systems, operating systems, and networking (Windows, Unix, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Install and qualify advanced KLA systems at customer sites globally, ensuring installations are completed on schedule and meet quality standards.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues during installation by identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Perform setup, alignment, calibration, and verification of highly complex semiconductor capital equipment.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with KLA regions, engineering, and customer teams to verify system performance and transfer tool ownership.
• Provide clear status updates to all stakeholders throughout the installation process.
• Complete installation documentation and administrative requirements accurately and on time.
• Secure warranty sign‑off on newly installed tools.
• Extend travel to support installations domestically and internationally.

Skills

Electronics knowledge

Optics knowledge

Mechanical systems

High-vacuum systems

Windows/Unix networking

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

KLA is seeking a Product Installation Engineer to install and qualify advanced KLA systems at customer sites worldwide, ensuring schedule and quality standards are met. You will diagnose issues, calibrate equipment, and transfer tool ownership with engineering and regional teams.

Travel is extensive to support installations globally, with independence and adherence to documented procedures. Strong problem‑solving, communication, and cross‑cultural collaboration are essential for success.