To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale—faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.
Group/Division
KLA has manufacturing sites worldwide. The Global Operations (GOPS) team, comprised of Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Installation and Quality, builds our leading-edge technology. GOPS partners with KLA's global supply base and design engineering teams to develop new products, working continuously to build better, faster and more cost-efficient solutions.What You'll Do
In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Design Engineer specializing in electrical engineering with a strong background in the design and manufacture of wire harnesses and assemblies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing fixtures to support production, writing procedures for various processes, and troubleshooting system-level challenges in a production environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Skilled in troubleshooting, maintenance, and support for system-level challenges in a production environment.
- Technical Expertise: Knowledgeable and experienced in two or more of the following areas:
- HW setups, BIOS configuration, PC/server build and configuration.
- Communication protocols like RS232, Ethernet, and ECAT.
- PCB layout programs (Deep trace, ODRAC, Altium) and debugging tools (DVM, Megger insulation tester, network analyzer, oscilloscope).
- ICT fixture design and requirements for PCB board outsourcing.
- Design and Development: Design and develop fixtures to support production and write procedures for various processes.
- Failure Analysis: Conduct failure analysis reports and investigations.
- Process Development: Develop and write procedures for various processes.
- BOM Structuring: Experience in BOM structuring for multidisciplinary products, submitting, and managing engineering change orders.
- Vendor Management: Act as the technical authority to resolve escalations and communicate with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and components.
- Project Management: Proven ability to manage project timelines, ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and resolve assembly issues efficiently.
- Travel Requirements: Up to 20% travel to support customers worldwide.
Technical Skills:
- Manufacturing Software: SAP ERP, Autodesk AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Catia, OrCAD, AutoCAD, any harness design software, Cirris.
- Production Planning Tools: Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), MRP II, Kanban systems, Gantt charts.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Microsoft Excel (Advanced), SQL (Intermediate), Power BI (Intermediate), VBA Macros.
- Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge or previous exposure to ISO 9001, Six Sigma (Green Belt), Lean Manufacturing principles, OSHA standards, EPA regulations.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years
About KLA
We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us.
Total Rewards
Base Pay Range: $96,000.00 - $140,800.00 Annually Primary Location: USA-NJ-Totowa-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. 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.
Use of AI Statement
At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews—whether virtual or in person—is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset.
Equal Opportunity 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. Please contact us at [email protected] or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.
For additional information, view the US Know Your Rights poster on the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website.
Skills Required
- Doctorate degree with 0 years of related work experience
- Master's degree with 3 years of related work experience
- Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related work experience
- Electrical engineering experience designing and manufacturing wire harnesses and assemblies
- Experience developing production fixtures and writing manufacturing process procedures
- Experience troubleshooting system-level production issues and conducting failure analysis
- Experience structuring bills of materials and managing engineering change orders
- Experience with two or more listed hardware, communications, PCB, or debugging technologies
- Experience managing multiple projects and project timelines
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
KLA Insights
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.
