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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.\nGroup/Division\nKLA 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\nIn this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.\nJob Description\nAs a Manufacturing Design Engineer II, you will support manufacturing operations, new product introduction (NPI) activities, and continuous improvement initiatives for sophisticated optical inspection systems. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will help ensure products are manufacturable, reliable, and scalable while supporting the transition of new technologies into production.\nThis role is ideal for an engineer with a strong technical foundation who enjoys solving manufacturing challenges in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.\nKey Responsibilities:\nSupport manufacturing operations and NPI activities for advanced optical inspection systems.\nAssist in the integration, assembly, and qualification of precision optical and opto-mechanical systems.\nCollaborate with Systems, Optics, Software, and Manufacturing Engineering teams to investigate and resolve production issues.\nAnalyze manufacturing data and support process improvement efforts using statistical methods and data-driven problem solving.\nParticipate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities to improve product quality and reliability.\nDevelop and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and best-known methods.\nSupport design for manufacturability (DfM) initiatives and provide feedback to engineering teams.\nAssist with bill of material (BOM) creation, engineering change implementation, and manufacturing readiness activities.\nInterpret engineering drawings, schematics, and CAD models to support manufacturing and troubleshooting activities.\nWork with suppliers and internal quality teams to address material and component quality issues.\nSupport cross-functional projects focused on yield improvement, cost reduction, quality enhancement, and cycle-time reduction.\nTravel up to 15-20% as required to support suppliers, manufacturing sites, or business needs.\nMinimum Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.\n1-3 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, NPI, product engineering, optics, or a related technical discipline.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and schematics.\nStrong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExposure to semiconductor equipment, optics, imaging systems, precision manufacturing, or high-tech capital equipment.\nExperience with statistical analysis, data analysis tools, or manufacturing execution systems (MES).\nFamiliarity with Python, MATLAB, or similar scripting/programming languages.\nUnderstanding of optical alignment, metrology, or opto-mechanical assemblies.\nExperience working with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, or NX.\nKnowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and continuous improvement methodologies.\nDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively across global engineering organizations.\nWhat Success Looks Like\nQuickly becomes proficient with BBP products and manufacturing processes.\nResolves manufacturing issues with guidance from senior engineers.\nContributes to process improvements that enhance product quality, manufacturability, and efficiency.\nBuilds strong cross-functional relationships and effectively supports NPI and sustaining manufacturing activities.\nMinimum Qualifications\nMaster's Level Degree and 1 years related work experience; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years\nAbout KLA\nWe 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.\nTotal Rewards\nBase Pay Range: $83,400.00 - $141,800.00 Annually\nPrimary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-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.\nInterns 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.\nUse of AI Statement\nAt 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.\nEqual Opportunity Statement\nKLA 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. 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