KLA
Sr. Systems Design Engineer (Physics/Optics)
KLA, Milpitas, California, United States, 95035
Base Pay Range: $149,000.00 - $253,300.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas
KLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training.
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. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and invests 15% of sales back into R&D.
Group/Division
With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG) is looking for the best and the brightest research scientists, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The Film and Scatterometry Technology (FaST) Division provides industry-leading metrology solutions for worldwide semiconductor IC manufacturers.
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced, dedicated and creative Experimental Physicist/System Design Engineer! You will be part of our Research and Development of novel metrology technologies for film stacks and critical dimensions measurements.
Responsibilities
Develop optical systems from the stage of basic idea to LAB prototype.
Perform theoretical study, analyze architectures and develop setups.
Operate sophisticated equipment and engage with market-leading suppliers for components and subsystems prototyping.
Derive specifications for a system by developing error budgets and performing system level analysis.
Participate in the solution of technology and performance limiters, collaborating with peers and teams.
Required Skills
Theoretical knowledge in Physical Optics, optical systems, lasers, plasma sources, detectors, and image sensors.
Deep technical understanding in HW technologies and Systems Engineering.
Hands-on experience in design, specification, and development of sophisticated electro-optical setups.
Knowledge and experience in development and prototyping of components, subsystems, and devices.
Analytical skills, able to develop a system model and perform system error budget analysis.
Data collection and analysis using MATLAB/Python/LabVIEW.
Hard-working and independent, ability to work under uncertainty with minimal directive from management.
Organized, able to define work plans, DOEs, test plans and complete by defined plans.
Representative, able to present technical reviews and drive decision turning points.
Knowledge of semiconductor process and process control is an advantage.
Experience with X-ray, DUV, VIS-IR metrology systems is a strong advantage.
Minimum Qualifications
Typically requires Doctorate (Academic) and work experience of minimum of 3 years, Master's Level Degree or work experience of 6 years, Bachelor's Level Degree or work experience of 8 years.
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law.
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Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas
KLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training.
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. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and invests 15% of sales back into R&D.
Group/Division
With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG) is looking for the best and the brightest research scientists, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The Film and Scatterometry Technology (FaST) Division provides industry-leading metrology solutions for worldwide semiconductor IC manufacturers.
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced, dedicated and creative Experimental Physicist/System Design Engineer! You will be part of our Research and Development of novel metrology technologies for film stacks and critical dimensions measurements.
Responsibilities
Develop optical systems from the stage of basic idea to LAB prototype.
Perform theoretical study, analyze architectures and develop setups.
Operate sophisticated equipment and engage with market-leading suppliers for components and subsystems prototyping.
Derive specifications for a system by developing error budgets and performing system level analysis.
Participate in the solution of technology and performance limiters, collaborating with peers and teams.
Required Skills
Theoretical knowledge in Physical Optics, optical systems, lasers, plasma sources, detectors, and image sensors.
Deep technical understanding in HW technologies and Systems Engineering.
Hands-on experience in design, specification, and development of sophisticated electro-optical setups.
Knowledge and experience in development and prototyping of components, subsystems, and devices.
Analytical skills, able to develop a system model and perform system error budget analysis.
Data collection and analysis using MATLAB/Python/LabVIEW.
Hard-working and independent, ability to work under uncertainty with minimal directive from management.
Organized, able to define work plans, DOEs, test plans and complete by defined plans.
Representative, able to present technical reviews and drive decision turning points.
Knowledge of semiconductor process and process control is an advantage.
Experience with X-ray, DUV, VIS-IR metrology systems is a strong advantage.
Minimum Qualifications
Typically requires Doctorate (Academic) and work experience of minimum of 3 years, Master's Level Degree or work experience of 6 years, Bachelor's Level Degree or work experience of 8 years.
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law.
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