Lead Optical Metrology Systems Designer

KLA-Belgium; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 271,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Sr. Systems Design Engineer to lead next-generation optical metrology systems development. You will model, analyze, and translate physics-based principles into robust engineering designs while collaborating with optics, electronics, software, and manufacturing teams.

The role requires a PhD or Master’s with strong problem-solving skills, willingness to travel, and dedication to delivering high-performance metrology solutions in a global environment.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent with related work experience required.
• Master's degree with relevant experience also acceptable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities across complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate concepts and designs for next generation optical metrology systems.
• Lead design efforts for components of a system, build models, derive requirements, and procure prototype parts.
• Contribute to prototype test plans and verify performance of critical components and subsystems.
• Contribute to research, evaluation, and proposals for new product features customer requirements.
• Coordinate small team efforts addressing product-level issues like design, supplier, or manufacturing escalations.

Skills

Modeling & simulation

Analytical problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PhD in Optics or related field

Master's degree in related field

Job description

KLA in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Sr. Systems Design Engineer to lead next-generation optical metrology systems development. You will model, analyze, and translate physics-based principles into robust engineering designs while collaborating with optics, electronics, software, and manufacturing teams.

The role requires a PhD or Master’s with strong problem-solving skills, willingness to travel, and dedication to delivering high-performance metrology solutions in a global environment.