Imaging Hardware Electrical Design Engineer

KLA; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 306,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Imaging Hardware Electrical Design Engineer to join their innovative CTO team in Milpitas. This exciting role involves designing and simulating complex analog and digital circuits for cutting-edge imaging technologies. You will work on high-speed, low-noise PCB designs and collaborate with talented engineers to tackle challenging problems in sensor and camera electronics. With a commitment to innovation, this company invests significantly in R&D, providing a dynamic environment where your contributions will play a vital role in shaping the future of electronic devices. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K) with Company Matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Family Care Leave

Wellness Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and simulating complex analog and digital circuits.
• Hands-on experience with PCB debugging and characterization.

Responsibilities

• Simulate and design complex analog/digital electronic circuits.
• Collaborate to solve complex sensor and camera electronics challenges.

Skills

Analog Circuit Design

Digital Circuit Design

PCB Design

FPGA Design

Signal Integrity Analysis

Firmware Programming

High-Speed Communication

Laboratory Debugging

Imaging Sensors

Collaboration Skills

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD Tools

Analytical Tools

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/Division
The Office of the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) plays a critical role in developing advanced long-range technology in collaboration with product divisions and strategic marketing, working on future technology like light sources, lasers, and sensors. We are engaged in the research and development process, and once the technology is mature, we partner with product engineering groups who then build products based on the technology we’ve developed. The Office of the CTO also provides technical input into KLA’s strategic planning process, program reviews and Product Life Cycle (PLC) phases. We provide our broad technology expertise and cross-division experience to ensure we leverage the collective knowledge within our company.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

We are looking for an Imaging Hardware Electrical Design Engineer to join our CTO team in Milpitas!

Responsibilities

• Simulate and design complex analog/digital electronic circuits to meet low noise, high-speed (signal integrity) requirements of PCB or other substrates.
• Architect and design high-speed, low-noise PCBs for image sensor readout and camera digital image acquisition.
• Incorporate innovative FPGAs in circuit designs.
• Bring up and debug PCBs and camera electronics.
• Collaborate with other team members and other divisions to solve complex sensor and camera electronics challenges.

Qualifications

• Experience in design and simulation of complex analog and digital electronic circuits.
• Experience with high-speed, low-noise PCB design and CAD tools (schematics and layout).
• Experience using analytical tools for simulating signal integrity and noise.
• Experience with pioneering FPGA design and firmware programming.
• Experience with designs using SerDes for high-speed communication.
• Experience with circuit designs using ceramic substrates.
• Hands-on laboratory experience in PCB bring up, debug, and characterization.
• Preferable experience in software development for test setup automation and experimental data analysis.
• Previous experience with imaging sensors and camera systems highly desirable.
• Good collaborator with strong interpersonal skills.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD plus five years' experience; Master's degree plus eight years' experience; Bachelor's degree plus 12 years' experience.

Base Pay Range: $180,000.00 - $306,000.00 Annually.

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.

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