Remote Field Installation Engineer – Semiconductors

KLA; United States; On-site; USD 46,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) including company matching

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

KLA is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install and support new tools at customer sites across the US. The role requires independence, strong problem solving and travel up to 90% domestically and internationally.

You will document installations, mentor junior engineers and collaborate with global teams. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in semiconductors or related fields, with a focus on delivering production-ready systems and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in semiconductor or related field/ military service experience

Responsibilities

• Own installation of new tools at customer sites independently and only occasionally require guidance from managers. Follow all procedure and provide a consistent result within specified Cycle Times and exercise judgment within generally defined practices and policies. Achieve a predictable production ready.
• Troubleshoot and repair complex system level problem during installations using standard procedures, troubleshooting techniques and install BKMs to resolve system level problems which have multiple causes. Know when to escape and provide clear communication with all previous actions and data to get the help needed.
• Take full ownership of install administrative tasks such as preparations of field service reports and daily pass downs on Installation progress and non-conformances. Contribute to post-activity Quality Feedback Report.
• Obtain all necessary international travel documents and manage their personal lives to be ready to travel for extended periods. Manage personal finances to prevent disruption to scheduled activities.
• 80 - 90 % travel, domestic and internationally by commercial transportation to customer sites.
• Assist junior engineers as necessary. Provide guidance and technical assistance at customer sites. Can develop basic POAs. Provide phone and on-site support for junior engineers

Job description

KLA is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install and support new tools at customer sites across the US. The role requires independence, strong problem solving and travel up to 90% domestically and internationally.

You will document installations, mentor junior engineers and collaborate with global teams. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in semiconductors or related fields, with a focus on delivering production-ready systems and excellent communication.