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SPTS provides industry leading etch and deposition process technologies on a range of single wafer handling platforms. End-market applications include micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), advanced packaging, LED, high speed RF device IC’s and power semiconductors. SPTS is part of KLA Corporation which 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, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. 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.Group/Division\nSPTS wafer processing solutions include market-leading silicon etch, dielectric etch, dry-release etch, PVD, PECVD and molecular vapor deposition (MVD®), available with a range of wafer-handling options applicable to R&D, pilot production, or volume production environments. SPTS is headquartered and has its main manufacturing facility in Newport, UK, with additional manufacturing in Allentown, Pennsylvania. SPTS operates across 19 countries in Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and offers comprehensive service and spare parts support through a worldwide network of service centers and qualified local agents.Job Description/PreferredQualifications\nWorking as part of our Advanced Development group, this role is designed for an experienced technical expert who wants to remain hands-on while developing leadership capability.\nThe RF & Plasma Technologist will design and develop RF sub-assemblies and plasma hardware for advanced semiconductor etch and deposition systems. The successful candidate will work closely with process, electrical, mechanical, software and manufacturing teams to create robust subsystem solutions that deliver world-class plasma performance.\nKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:\nPlasma-hardware development\nDevelop hardware associated with Etch & Deposition sources, electrodes, electrostatic chucks, gas distribution and chamber internals.\nWork with process engineers to relate hardware changes to plasma uniformity, ion energy, etch rate, selectivity and process repeatability.\nApply vacuum, thermal, materials and contamination-control principles to subsystem design.\nRF sub-assembly development\nDesign, model, build and test RF matching networks, RF feed structures, transmission systems and grounding assemblies at proto-type level\nInvestigate impedance matching, power-coupling efficiency, losses, harmonics and parasitic current paths.\nCharacterise performance using network analysers, RF voltage-current probes, oscilloscopes and other RF diagnostic tools.\nGenerate specifications, drawings, test methods and development reports.\nExperimental development and collaboration\nPlan and conduct laboratory experiments, analyse data and document conclusions.\nSupport troubleshooting, failure analysis and structured root-cause investigations.\nSupport prototype build, system integration, qualification and release into product development.\nCoordinate design reviews, risk reduction and structured root-cause investigations for projects in Advanced Development\nStakeholder engagement and innovation\nSupport strategic customer engagements and communicate technical findings to internal and external stakeholders.\nContribute to platform and subsystem technology roadmaps.\nIdentify invention opportunities and support intellectual-property development.\nTechnical leadership\nWork closely with electromagnetic, circuit and plasma modelling teams using tools such as COMSOL Multiphysics, Ansys HFSS and HPEM.\nDefine design-verification plans and interpret RF, plasma and process diagnostic data\nLead /present at technical reviews, mentor engineers and support invention disclosure and patent generation\nInterface with customers, suppliers, universities and research institutions\nQualifications\nPhD or MSc in Physics, Plasma Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics or a related discipline.\nExtensive industrial experience, with deep expertise in plasma processing, RF engineering, vacuum systems and semiconductor equipment.\nDemonstrated success delivering complex technology from concept and modelling through prototype validation and product release.\nStrong communication skills and the credibility to act as a cross-functional technical authority.\nDesirable Experience\nFormal or informal team-lead responsibility.\nSemiconductor equipment development and Stage-Gate product development processes.\nEMC, electrical safety and RF compliance knowledge\nThis position will involve international travel to meet with suppliers/collaborative work and occasional shift work is expected.\nKLA, is proud to be an inclusive and diverse employer.\nWhat we will offer you?\nOur benefits package includes:\nAnnual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays), contributory pension scheme, cash health plan, cycle to work scheme, global bonus plan, share scheme, rewards scheme, life assurance, generous shift allowance and overtime premiums.\nMinimum Qualifications\nPhD or MSc in Physics, Plasma Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics or a related discipline.\nExtensive industrial experience, with deep expertise in plasma processing, RF engineering, vacuum systems and semiconductor equipment.\nWe offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.\nKLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer\nBe aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA’s Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. 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