Metrology and Photonics Engineer - KLA : Job Details

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Our technologies are used in the production of almost every electronic device worldwide, including laptops, smartphones, wearables, voice-controlled gadgets, flexible screens, VR devices, and smart cars. We invent systems and solutions for manufacturing wafers, reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards, and flat panel displays. We prioritize innovation, investing 15% of sales back into R&D, and our teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists, and problem-solvers collaborate with leading technology providers to accelerate the development of future electronic devices. Working here is exciting, and our teams thrive on tackling complex problems.

Group/Division

With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, KLA supports chipmakers worldwide in ramping next-generation devices efficiently and cost-effectively. Our Global Products Group (GPG), responsible for KLA's metrology and inspection products, is seeking talented research scientists, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The Surfscan group focuses on technology enabling wafer, IC, and equipment manufacturers to develop, qualify, and monitor their process tools. Our flagship Surfscan products include the SPx platforms for wafer surface quality and defect inspection during wafer fabrication.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Experience in laser photonics, optical engineering, or optical metrology fields.
• Skills to operate high-fluence/DUV laser systems and inspection/metrology equipment, handling vendor interactions and design reviews.
• Proficiency in Diffractive and Metalens fabrication techniques, optical simulation, and measurement tools.
• Understanding of photonics components such as laser beam profilers, wavefront sensors, PMTs, and CCDs.
• Proven track record of completing projects on time with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of optical fabrication, metrology, assembly, and alignment techniques is desirable.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally; travel is not the primary job focus.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree with no related work experience, or
• Master's degree with 3 years of related experience, or
• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of related experience.

Base pay range: $114,100 - $194,000 annually. KLA offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, career development, wellness programs, paid time off, and family leave.

Interns are eligible for some benefits. Pay ranges depend on role, level, and location, and actual compensation will be discussed during hiring.

Equal Opportunity & Additional Information

KLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. For accommodations or concerns about fraudulent postings, contact [email protected] or call +1-408-###-####. Verify job postings on our official careers site. We do not charge candidates fees for employment or recruitment processes, and we do not work with recruiters charging such fees.