Metrology Engineer

Keysight Technologies SAles Spain SL.

Santa Clara (CA)

On-site

USD 142,030 - 236,720

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

401(k) Plan

Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Keysight Technologies SAles Spain SL. is looking for an Optical Metrology Engineer in Santa Clara, California. The role involves optimizing metrology processes for high-throughput optical inspection and measurement systems, collaborating with production and quality teams. Candidates should have a degree in Optical Engineering or related fields and practical experience with optical tools. This position offers a competitive salary range from $142,030 to $236,720, with benefits including medical, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience with optical metrology tools is essential.
Understanding of SPC, DOE, and capability analysis is required.
Experience in optical parts fabrication is a plus.

Responsibilities

Own and optimize optical metrology processes for measurement performance.
Monitor process health and analyze performance trends for inspection areas.
Lead root-cause investigations for metrology-related issues.

Skills

Optical metrology tools experience

Process engineering fundamentals

Leadership and mentoring skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Organizational and detail-oriented skills

Self-motivated and collaborative

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Interferometers

Microscopes

Profilometers

Ellipsometers

Laser-based inspection platforms

Job description

Overview

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award‑winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry‑first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

The Optical Metrology Engineer will serve as the primary process engineering partner for optical inspection and measurement systems across the manufacturing floor. This role is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining metrology processes that ensure accurate, repeatable, and high‑throughput inspection performance. The engineer will work closely with production, quality, and R&D teams to drive process capability, troubleshoot measurement issues, and expand the organization’s optical measurement toolbox.

Responsibilities

Own and optimize optical metrology processes (e.g., interferometry, ellipsometry, laser‑based inspection) to ensure stable, high‑capability measurement performance.
Support inspection areas by monitoring process health, analyzing performance trends, and implementing corrective actions to improve yield, accuracy, and throughput.
Develop and maintain measurement capability through calibration strategies, gauge R&R studies, uncertainty analysis, and continuous improvement of measurement methods.
Lead root‑cause investigations for metrology‑related issues, including measurement drift, tool‑to‑tool variation, false positives/negatives, and data integrity concerns.
Create and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, control plans, troubleshooting guides, and standard operating procedures.
Train technicians and operators on proper tool usage, process controls, and best practices for optical measurement.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
Hands on experience with optical metrology tools such as interferometers, microscopes, profilometers, ellipsometers, or laser‑based inspection platforms.
Strong understanding of process engineering fundamentals, including SPC, DOE, capability analysis, and structured problem solving.
Experience/knowledge in optical parts fabrication such as optical grinding, shaping, polishing will be an added advantage.
Ability to communicate with others effectively and concisely having leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills a must.
Strong organizational skills and detail‑oriented mindset, diligent and accurate.
Self‑motivated, collaborative and flexible individual able to function in a high energy fast‑paced team environment with minimal direction.
Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they don’t meet all job qualifications.

Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The level of role will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

California Pay Range: MIN $142,030.00, MIDPOINT $189,370.00, MAX $236,720.00

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.

US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits: