Systems Engineer - Gas and Vacuum System

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 worlds leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrows 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 KLAs Global Products Group (GPG) which is responsible for creating all of KLAs 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

KLA is seeking a dynamic and adaptable Systems Engineer to join the program. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment and is passionate about turning complex concepts into robust scalable products. You will play a key role in the design development and productization of advanced gas recovery systems with a focus on system-level engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design integration and optimization of xenon recovery and vacuum systems leveraging expertise in gas-surface chemistry and vacuum instrumentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical electrical software and process engineering.
• Architect and implement control systems using platforms such as LabVIEW and Python integrating hardware and software for automation and diagnostics.
• Design and validate gas handling subsystems including flow control pressure regulation and leak detection informed by kinetic modeling and simulation.
• Apply hands-on experience in system assembly testing and troubleshooting including custom instrumentation and mass spectrometry
• Coordinate with vendors for component selection procurement and performance validation ensuring alignment with system requirements.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards drawing on experience in high-rigor laboratory environments.
• Support the transition from R&D prototypes to commercial products including documentation testing protocols and manufacturing readiness.
• Develop and maintain system-level documentation such as interface control documents requirements specifications and test plans.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes and tools.
• Travel to customer sites for initial installation and escalations. About 10% international travel

Additional Preferred Skills

• Experience in productization of R&D systems into commercial tools.
• Knowledge of gas recovery technologies rare gas handling or cryogenic systems.
• Familiarity with vacuum system design and integration.
• Background in semiconductor capital equipment or related high-tech industries.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles to define simulate and validate system architectures. Familiarity with MBSE tools and methodologies (e.g. SysML Cameo MagicDraw).

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Masters Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelors Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years

Base Pay Range: $154900.00 - $263300.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLAs 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.

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