Base Pay Range: $88,200.00 - $149,900.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLAKLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits identified below. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

KLA is looking for a Design Engineer in our Central Engineering Group in Ann Arbor. The engineer will work in a team of mechanical design engineers responsible for vacuum components across different divisions within the corporation. The engineer's role will entail modeling, designing, detailing, and testing of components and platforms for the next generation of KLA tools!

In this role successful candidates will:

• Lead project teams responsible for the design and manufacturing of vacuum platforms in support of current and next generation tooling
• Outgas test new materials intended for use in ultra-high (UH) or ultra-clean (UC) vacuum systems for contamination characterization
• Perform vacuum calculations for system designs to ensure compliance with system requirements
• Work within KLA DfX (Design for Excellence) framework
• Peer review colleague's project documentation and drawings for quality
• Perform quality checks on incoming components from manufacturers to ensure parts were manufactured to specification

Required Qualifications

• Proficient in 3D solid modeling using CAD, preferably ProE/Creo
• Ability to use GD&T to convey design intent in manufacturing drawings
• Experience performing large system tolerance budgets and tolerance error analysis
• Experience performing thermal, fluid, and vibration analysis (analytical or FEA)
• Experience working in a laboratory and/or class 100 cleanroom environment
• Be able to work in a multi-discipline and multi-cultural global organization
• Be flexible and adaptive to adjust project focus based on priority changes
• Excellent writing skills and verbal communication
• Ability to travel up to 25%

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 3 years related work experience; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years

The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the following: 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.