Technical Program Manager - Engineering Systems

KLA-Belgium; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

401(K) matching

Job summary

KLA is seeking an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead strategic digital transformation initiatives across engineering and product development teams. You will drive cross-functional programs that improve engineering processes and enable teams to scale and deliver innovative products more effectively.

You will work closely with engineering, IT, product, and business leaders to shape how we develop products and accelerate technology adoption, driving engineering excellence across multiple

Qualifications

• Experience leading cross-functional technical programs across engineering, IT and business teams.
• Strong planning, risk management and stakeholder communication.
• Experience with process improvements and automation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, cross-functional programs that support engineering and digital transformation objectives.
• Partner with engineering, IT, product, and operations teams to deliver strategic initiatives.
• Drive adoption of new technologies, tools, automation, and data-driven processes.
• Develop and manage program plans, milestones, risks, dependencies, and success metrics.
• Align stakeholders around priorities, decisions, and program outcomes.
• Track progress, communicate updates, and drive issue resolution to ensure successful execution.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering productivity, collaboration, and operational efficiency.
• Champion continuous improvement and promote best practices across teams.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder communication

Process improvement

Agile/SAFe

Education

Engineering or related technical field degree

Tools

PLM

MBSE

AI-enabled solutions

Data analytics

Automation technologies

Job description

Company Overview

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 With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next‑generation devices to volume production quickly and cost‑effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. Central Engineering is KLA's largest engineering organization comprised of 9 Centers‑of‑Excellence (CoE) in various disciplines applied across all product groups in the company. These CoE include Handling & Automation, Precision Motion Control, Sensors & Image Acquisition, Platform Design, and Packaging Engineering, among others. Talent includes over 500 engineers across global centers in Israel, China, India, and the US. Each CoE contributes not just talent and deliverables per discipline toward product programs, but also subject matter expertise, best practices, roadmaps, specialized facilities, apparatus, models, and analytics. These differentiate KLA not only in WHAT we do, but also in HOW we do it.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

We're looking for an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead strategic digital transformation initiatives across engineering and product development teams. In this role, you will drive cross‑functional programs that improve engineering processes, accelerate technology adoption, and enable teams to deliver innovative products more effectively. Working closely with engineering, IT, product, and business leaders, you'll help shape the future of how we develop products and scale engineering excellence!

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, cross‑functional programs that support engineering and digital transformation objectives.
• Partner with engineering, IT, product, and operations teams to deliver strategic initiatives.
• Drive adoption of new technologies, tools, automation, and data‑driven processes.
• Develop and manage program plans, milestones, risks, dependencies, and success metrics.
• Align stakeholders around priorities, decisions, and program outcomes.
• Track progress, communicate updates, and drive issue resolution to ensure successful execution.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering productivity, collaboration, and operational efficiency.
• Champion continuous improvement and promote best practices across teams.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
• Experience leading technical programs, engineering initiatives, or digital transformation efforts.
• Proven success managing cross‑functional projects involving engineering, IT, and business teams.
• Strong program management skills, including planning, prioritization, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
• Experience driving process improvements, technology adoption, automation, or operational excellence initiatives.
• Ability to influence and build partnerships across multiple organizations.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, Agile, SAFe, Lean Six Sigma, or similar certification.
• Experience with PLM, MBSE, digital engineering, AI‑enabled solutions, data analytics, or automation technologies.
• Experience in semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, product development, or engineering‑focused environments.
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles and modern software development practices.
• Minimum Qualifications: Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years.

Base Pay Range

Base Pay Range: $129,600.00 - $220,300.00 Annually

Primary Location

Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

Benefits

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Contact for Accommodation

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Website

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