Regional Development Apps Engineer — 50% Travel

KLA-Belgium; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) matching

Stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

KLA is seeking Regional Development Applications Engineers based in Austin, TX. The role focuses on characterizing new systems and features, optimizing customer processes, and supporting pre- and post-sale activities.

Applicants should have advanced degrees in engineering or physics, and be prepared to travel up to 50% on short notice. The position requires collaboration across teams and strong technical and people skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Physics, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in semiconductor processing or equipment preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Characterize new systems and features by designing experiments and publishing results.
• Improve product penetration at customer facilities and optimize processes.
• Train customers and other apps engineers; handle escalation and provide solutions.
• Conduct final acceptance checks and demonstrate products; understand competitive situations.

Skills

Experiment design

Data collection

Data analysis

Customer training

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Materials Science

Physics

Electrical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Job description

KLA is seeking Regional Development Applications Engineers based in Austin, TX. The role focuses on characterizing new systems and features, optimizing customer processes, and supporting pre- and post-sale activities.

Applicants should have advanced degrees in engineering or physics, and be prepared to travel up to 50% on short notice. The position requires collaboration across teams and strong technical and people skills.