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.
Led end-of-life (EOL) component qualification activities, developing and executing test plans to ensure form, fit, and function equivalency while maintaining product reliability and compliance.
Skilled in troubleshooting, maintenance, and support for system-level challenges in a production environment. Conduct failure analysis reports and investigations.
Work with suppliers to resolve component/yield/part problems in a timely manner and assist purchasing teams in driving supplier quality improvements and cost reductions efforts.
Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and resolve assembly issues efficiently.
Proven experience in:
PCB board/electrical enclosures testing and debugging.
Designing and developing fixtures to support production
BOM structuring for multidisciplinary products, submitting, and managing engineering change orders
Procedure writing to document assembly instructions production processes.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintain project timelines and work independently.
Knowledgeable and experienced in two or more of the following areas:
PC/server build and configuration, HW setups, BIOS configuration.
Communication protocols like RS232, Ethernet, and ECAT.
Lab equipment: DVM, Megger insulation tester, network analyzer, oscilloscope.
ICT fixture design or knowing how to write requirements for PCB board testing.
Travel Requirements: Up to 10% travel to support customers worldwide.
Technical Skills:
Manufacturing Software: SAP ERP, OrCAD, AutoCAD, any harness design software.
Data Analysis & Reporting: Microsoft Excel (Advanced),VBA Macros ,AI tools.
Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge or previous exposure to ISO 9001, Six Sigma (Green Belt), Lean Manufacturing principles, OSHA standards, EPA regulations.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in related field with 5+ years of relevant experience; OR Master's Degree in related field with 3+ years of relevant experience; OR Doctorate Degree in related field
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
- Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience
- Master's degree in a related field and 3+ years of relevant experience
- Doctorate degree in a related field
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Experience with end-of-life component qualification, test plans, and form, fit, and function equivalency
- Experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and supporting systems in a production environment
- Experience conducting failure analysis and investigations
- Experience resolving supplier component, yield, and part issues
- Experience with PCB board and electrical enclosure testing and debugging
- Experience designing and developing production fixtures
- Experience structuring BOMs and managing engineering change orders
- Experience writing assembly and production procedures
- Experience managing multiple projects and maintaining project timelines
- Knowledge of at least two of PC/server configuration, BIOS configuration, RS-232, Ethernet, EtherCAT, DVM, Megger insulation testers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, or ICT fixtures
- Knowledge of SAP ERP, OrCAD, AutoCAD, or harness design software
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and VBA Macros skills
- Knowledge or exposure to ISO 9001, Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean Manufacturing, OSHA standards, and EPA regulations
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.
