Sr. Mechatronics Systems Design Engineer

Company Overview

Group/Division

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Mechatronics systems design engineers are part of a multidisciplinary team that develops metrology equipment used in the semiconductor industry to enable our customers to solve very challenging requirements.

Responsibilities will include:

• Work independently on data collection, analysis, calibration, and writing scripts using Python or Matlab.
• Perform hands-on work with hardware and gather the necessary data in the lab or the cleanroom.
• Define plans for system integration, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Work closely with the customer support organization.

Key requirements:

• Good understanding of feedback control system design, system identification, signal processing, and its application to control and characterize mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of numerical optimization and image processing a plus.
• Strong experience with experimental design and hardware-in-the-loop experimentation to retire design risks.
• Basic/Intermediate knowledge of precision machine design.
• Willingness to take on responsibility and ability to quickly ramp from the existing documentation and on-the-job training.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal.
• Some travel to customer sites < 10%.

Minimum Qualifications

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

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.

KLA 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. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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