Sr. Mechanical Engineer (Sr. Vacuum Architect)
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Job Location:
Milpitas, CA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 134800 - 229200
Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 worlds leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrows electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.Group/Division
With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design KLAs Global Products Group (GPG) which is responsible for creating all of KLAs metrology and inspection products is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist software engineers application development engineers and senior product technology process engineers. The RAPID division is the world leading provider of reticle inspection solutions for the semiconductor industry. The company provides inspection solutions to both the mask shops and the semiconductor fabs to ensure that lithography yields are consistently high thus enabling cost-effective manufacturing.Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
KLA is launching its most advanced reticle inspection tool built on a multi zone ultra clean vacuum (UCV) architecture. As a Senior Vacuum Architect you will own the end to end vacuum operation schemefrom architecture and contamination control strategy to pump down/vent/transfer sequencing interlocks and factory acceptance criteria. You will lead cross functional design reviews translate platform requirements into subsystem specifications and ensure the vacuum system enables world class optical performance reliability and high volume manufacturability. Aligned to the internal Vacuum System Design Review process and architecture-level responsibilities for a designated Vacuum System Architect.
Qualifications
Education: MS/PhD in Mechanical Engineering Applied Physics Materials Science EE or related discipline.
Experience: 812 years designing and operating UHV/UCV systems in complex multichamber tools (semiconductor or equivalent precision instrumentation). Demonstrated ownership of vacuum operation schemes and PLCcontrolled interlocks for highreliability platforms. (Practice areas reflected in KLAs vacuum architecture materials.
Technical depth: Pumping/conductance modeling contamination control (hydrocarbon particles) hydrogen/ozone processes getters/TMP selection vacuum gauging GCMS methods materials/finishes for UCV and vibration/isolation fundamentals.
Tools: Proficiency in system modeling (e.g. COMSOL/ANSYS or equivalent) scripting for analysis (Python/Matlab) PLC/HMI collaboration and CAD/PLM workflows.
Soft skills: Crossfunctional leadership clear technical writing supplier engagement and mentoring.
NicetoHave
Experience with EUVcompatible materials reticle handling/transfer and optical contamination control.
Background in precision metrology systems and multicolumn imaging platforms.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Masters Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years;
Base Pay Range: $134800.00 - $229200.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLAKLAs 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.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 or at 1- to request accommodation.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Mechanical Design
- System Design
- FEA
- ASME Codes & Standards
- CAD
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Creo
- SolidWorks
- Mechanical Engineering
- Autocad
- HVAC Design
- Autodesk Inventor
About Company
Calling the adventurers ready to join a company that's pushing the limits of nanotechnology to keep the digital revolution rolling. At KLA, we're making technology advancements that are bigger—and tinier—than the world has ever seen. Who are we? We research, develop, and manufacture t ... View more
