KLA is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer (Vacuum Platforms) to join our Central Engineering team based inNewport Wales UK. Youllbe part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team tackling complex challenges in vacuum system technology across multiple product platforms.

With guidance from experienced vacuum engineersyoulldevelop handson skills in mechanical design CAD modelling testing and problemsolving while supporting the development of nextgeneration KLA tools.This role is ideal for someone who is motivated to learn grow and contribute to realworld highimpact engineering work.

Key Responsibilities

In this role you will:

• Support project teams with the design and development of mechanical components and subsystems for vacuum platforms

• Create andmaintain3D CAD models and engineering drawings following established standards and best practices

• Assistwith vacuum calculations and basic engineering analyses to help ensure system designs meet requirements

• Take part in design reviews learning how to incorporate feedback and improve design quality

• Help evaluate new materials and components for use in ultrahigh vacuum (UHV) and ultraclean vacuum (UCV) environments

• Support laboratory testing inspection and validation activities including work in cleanroom or controlled environments

• Assistwith quality checks of incoming parts from suppliers to confirm they meet specifications

• Contribute to clear wellorganisedengineering documentation

• Collaborate with colleagues across engineering manufacturing and supplier teams in a supportive inclusive environment

• Youllreceive mentoring training and ongoing feedback to help you build confidence and technical capability as your career develops.

Qualifications& Experience

• Bachelors degree or Mastersdegree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline(or hold equivalent level of experience)

• Experience with 3D CAD modelling tools (experience with PTC Creo / ProEngineer is desirable)

• Mechanical design background applied to vacuum chambers gas delivery pumping architectures and precision assemblies

• Experience in heat transfer fluid mechanics and precision machine design as applied to vacuum environments

• Understanding of engineering drawings andknowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)

• Foundational knowledge of mechanical engineering principles materials and manufacturing processes

• Interest in precision engineering vacuum systems or hightechnology hardware development

• Willingness to learn analytical methods such as thermal fluid or structural analysis with support from senior team members

• Comfortable working in laboratory or cleanroom environments

• Strong attention to detail and goodorganisationalskills

• Ability to work well within a diverse multidisciplinary and multicultural team

Desirable Experience

• Internship placement year or academic project experience in mechanical design or hardware development

• Exposure to semiconductor equipment or clean manufacturing environments

• Familiarity with engineering analysis or simulation tools

Additional Information

• Occasional travel may berequiredto collaborate with other KLA sites or suppliers(up to 25%)

• We support earlycareer development through structured onboarding mentoring and learning opportunities

Our Benefits package includes:

Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays) contributory pension scheme global bonus plan cash health plan cycle to work scheme share scheme rewards scheme and life assurance.