Sr. Global Electrical Engineer - Facilities

KLA-Belgium; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 207,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

Job summary

KLA in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Sr. Global Electrical Engineer to lead standards for power distribution, UPS, generators, and critical power systems across a diverse facilities portfolio.

You will review capital project designs, guide technical strategy, and partner with cross-functional teams to improve resiliency and long-term facility performance. Experience with renewable energy and BIM/CAD tools is valued, plus ability to work across regions.

Qualifications

• Experience with medium- and low-voltage distribution systems.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, IEEE, IEC, and local electrical codes.
• Ability to work across regions, functions, and time zones.

Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve global electrical engineering standards, specifications, and design guidelines across a diverse facilities portfolio.
• Review electrical designs for capital projects, infrastructure upgrades, and critical facility improvements to support consistency, quality, and compliance.
• Guide technical strategy for power distribution, UPS, generators, transfer systems, and other critical power infrastructure.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve resiliency, operational readiness, and long-term facility performance.
• Support renewable energy and electrification initiatives, including solar, battery storage, EV charging, and utility coordination where relevant.
• Translate technical requirements into clear standards, design guidance, and executive-ready summaries.

Skills

Power distribution

Electrical design review

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

BIM/CAD tools

Job description

## Sr. Global Electrical EngineerApplylocations: Milpitas, CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: 2636856**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 KLA Global Workplace Services (GWS) team is passionate about enabling the business goals and company culture through the delivery of workplace environments and services that foster teamwork, innovation and productivity. Our team runs a worldwide portfolio of over 3 million square feet, 135 sites and over 12,000 employees. In addition to ensuring the workspace and manufacturing facilities operate seamlessly, this group also provides employee and site services, such as cafeteria, transportation, security, and safety. The team is responsible for all construction and site improvement work to enable the business needs as well as align with the financial requirements.**Job Description/Preferred Qualifications****What You'll Do:*** Lead and evolve global electrical engineering standards, specifications, and design guidelines across a diverse facilities portfolio.* Review electrical designs for capital projects, infrastructure upgrades, and critical facility improvements to support consistency, quality, and compliance.* Guide technical strategy for power distribution, UPS, generators, transfer systems, and other critical power infrastructure.* Partner with cross-functional teams to improve resiliency, operational readiness, and long-term facility performance.* Support renewable energy and electrification initiatives, including solar, battery storage, EV charging, and utility coordination where relevant.* Translate technical requirements into clear standards, design guidance, and executive-ready summaries.**Preferred Qualifications*** Experience with renewable energy systems such as solar, battery storage, EV infrastructure, or utility interconnection.* Experience supporting highly reliable environments such as semiconductor, life sciences, data center, manufacturing, or similar facilities.* Familiarity with facilities data platforms, asset management systems, or BIM/CAD tools used in electrical design and operations.* Experience working across global sites or multicultural teams.**Minimum Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.* Minimum eight (8) years of experience in electrical engineering with direct responsibility for power distribution and critical power systems in complex facilities environments.* Strong knowledge of medium- and low-voltage distribution systems, backup power infrastructure, and electrical design review.* Familiarity with applicable electrical codes and standards, such as NEC, NFPA, IEEE, IEC, and local regulatory requirements.* Ability to work effectively across regions, functions, and time zones while building strong partnerships with technical and business stakeholders.* Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document standards and explain technical decisions to varied audiences.Base Pay Range: $121,500.00 - $206,600.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLAKLA’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. 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