Customer Support Engineer

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Montbonnot, Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FRA
In-Office
Entry level
Hardware
The Role
Provide on-site customer support for complex semiconductor capital equipment: troubleshoot, diagnose, repair hardware and software, minimize downtime, assist installations, and ensure customer satisfaction. Role includes formal training and regular domestic and international travel.
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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 Services team headquartered in Milpitas, CA is our service organization that consists of Service Sales and Marketing, Spares Supply Chain management, Field Operations, Engineering, Product Training, and Technical Support. The KLA Services organization partners with our field teams and customers in all business sectors to maintain the high performance and productivity of our products through a flexible portfolio of services. Our comprehensive services include: proactive management of tools to identify and improve performance; expertise in optics, image processing and motion control with worldwide service engineers, 24/7 technical support teams and knowledge management systems; and an extensive parts network to ensure worldwide availability of parts.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

We are looking for a Customer Support Engineer to support our customers with current and future installed tools at customer site. 

We will consider new graduates provided they demonstrate a strong hands-on competence and a desire to succeed.  

YOUR MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Successful applicants will be formally trained at one of our award-winning training centers in California, USA or, Singapore or Taiwan.   

  • Domestic and international travel is required on a regular basis. 

  • Responsible for customer service activities associated with updating, troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing of highly complex capital equipment at customer sites. 

  • Be the face of our company, ensuring customer satisfaction with our service and maintaining the operational quality of system equipment  

  • Coordinates actions with customers to minimize down time. 

  • Provides assistance to Installation Engineers in resolving problems. 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING: 

  • Certified engineer or degree from advanced technical school or ~3 years industry working experience. Technical military occupational specialties and training may be considered. 

  • Ability to understand and tackle problems in software, electronics, optics, mechanical, electro-mechanical and/or electro-optical systems to address on site customer problems. 

  • Experience working on electronic systems within semiconductor, medical devices, defense, aerospace, or aviation industry is a plus. 

  • Outstanding interpersonal communication, analytical and problem-solving skills. 

  • Proven track record of engaging empathetically with customers, ensuring a positive experience, while fostering a collaborative environment to address their needs and concerns. 

  • Driven to be hands-on and passionate about learning new things 

  • Proactive communication that facilitates seamless collaboration and address customer requirements effectively. 

  • Fluent in English and French language is a must. 

  • Full driver’s license 

WHAT WE OFFER: 

  • Dynamic opportunity and growth potential in the Semiconductor Industry. 

  • A competitive, family friendly total rewards package. 

  • Variable compensation components, e.g. participation in company stock purchase plan. 

  • Company car or car allowance. 

  • Award-winning training.

HOW TO BE CONSIDERED: 

Please click the “Apply” button to submit your resume.  

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.  

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees.  KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA’s Careers website for legitimate job postings.  KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers.  If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to [email protected] to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

Skills Required

  • Master's degree (0 years experience) or Bachelor's degree (2 years related experience) or certified engineer or equivalent technical school diploma or ~3 years industry experience
  • Ability to understand and troubleshoot software, electronics, optics, mechanical, electro-mechanical and electro-optical systems
  • Fluent in English and French
  • Full driver's license
  • Domestic and international travel required on a regular basis
  • Outstanding interpersonal communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proven track record of empathetic customer engagement and collaborative problem resolution
  • Hands-on orientation and strong desire to learn new technologies
  • Experience working on electronic systems within semiconductor, medical devices, defense, aerospace, or aviation industry

KLA Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about KLA and has not been reviewed or approved by KLA.

  • Retirement Support U.S. programs include a formulaic 401(k) employer match with clearly described plan designs in company materials. Consistent plan structure and employer matching signal strong support for long‑term savings.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility A broad base of employees is eligible for RSUs and can participate in an ESPP, extending ownership beyond executives. Company materials position equity as a core component of total compensation.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives A quarterly profit‑sharing program and performance bonuses are outlined in filings, providing regular variable pay opportunities. These incentives complement base pay and equity to lift overall earnings in strong periods.

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The Company
HQ: Milpitas, CA
10,001 Employees

What We Do

KLA develops industry-leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry. We provide advanced process control and process-enabling solutions for manufacturing wafers and reticles. In close collaboration with leading customers across the globe, our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers design solutions that move the world forward.

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