Technical project and program manager

KLA; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 271,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

KLA is seeking a seasoned leader for the RAPID division to drive mask inspection product development. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage risks, and communicate execution plans to stakeholders.

The role requires a Master’s or PhD in engineering or physical sciences, 6+ years of experience in multidisciplinary engineering or project management, and proficiency with PM tools. Attractive total rewards and strong growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Master or advanced degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences.
• 3+ years of related work experience for Doctorate or 6+ years for Master/Bachelor paths.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary product teams and projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering development projects for mask inspection products in RAPID division.
• Assess, evaluate risks, and drive projects forward with attention to critical path.
• Communicate cross-functionally with engineering, marketing, manufacturing, and service teams to drive execution.
• Lead, empower, and influence team members to achieve excellence in engineering rigor, reliability, usability, and customer focus.
• Articulate and present execution plans for internal leadership and external customers.
• Identify bottlenecks and remove obstacles to enable value-added progress.

Skills

Leadership

Critical thinking

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree or higher in Engineering or Physical Sciences

Doctorate (PhD)

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

Wrike

Jira

Job description

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. The RAPID division is the world leading provider of reticle inspection solutions for the semiconductor industry. The company provides inspection solutions to both the mask shops and the semiconductor fabs to ensure that lithography yields are consistently high thus enabling cost-effective manufacturing.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Responsibility and Scope

• Lead engineering development projects for mask inspection products in RAPID division of KLA
• Assess, evaluate risks, and drive projects forward with an eye for critical path
• Communicate cross-functionally with a diverse team including engineering, marketing, manufacturing, and service to drive execution
• Lead, encourage, empower, and influence team members to achieve excellence in engineering rigor, reliability, usability, and customer focus
• Articulate and present execution plans for internal leadership as well as external customers
• Identify bottlenecks and remove obstacles for the team to focus on value-add activities
• Hold regular meetings between functional groups to ensure interdependencies are well understood and documented
• Support roadmap development by detailing upcoming requirement changes and resources required

You will be a phenomenal fit for our team if you like:

• To work with pioneering technology with meaningful impact on semiconductor industry
• To work with passionate people with a diverse set of backgrounds
• To build positive relationships, and develop new skills in a high-tech environment
• To take on sophisticated and ambitious projects and succeed in the marketplace

Preferred Qualifications & Attributes

• Master oradvanceddegree in Engineering or Physical Sciences
• 6+ years of industry experience in Engineering and/or Project Management of multidisciplinary products
• Great teammate with strong leadership, critical thinking, communication and analytical skills
• Curiosity and disposition towards learning fast beyond immediate knowledge span
• Track record for leading teams through influence rather than direct reporting line
• Experience in Capital Equipment sectors is a plus (e.g. Semiconductors, Medical Equipment, Robotics)
• Experience with Project Management tools (MS Project, Wrike, Jira, etc)
• PMP or Agile certification is a plus

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: $159,500.00 - $271,200.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLA’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. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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. Please contact us [e-mail] or at [phone] to request accommodation.