KLA Tencor

Electrical Engineering Manager (AC/DC power distribution/electrical interconnect/cable routing design)

KLA Tencor$153K — $260K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • 6+ years of relevant experience including 2+ years in a management role
  • Strong expertise in electrical system design for complex equipment
  • Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley or Beckhoff PLC systems
  • Experience with ultra-high vacuum (UHV) systems and precision motion systems

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and development of electrical interconnect and cable architecture systems
  • Define and integrate PLC-based control systems including architecture and I/O strategy
  • Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, and serviceability targets
  • Manage and mentor a team of engineers while driving performance management
  • Oversee product lifecycle from concept through to release
  • Support system integration of UHV subsystems and thermal control systems
  • Drive issue resolution using structured methodologies

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(K) with company matching
  • Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
  • Tuition reimbursement and student debt assistance
  • Paid time off and paid company holidays
  • Wellness benefits including employee assistance program (EAP)
Full Job Description

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The Electrical Engineering Manager leads a small, high-impact team (up to 7 engineers across electrical and mechanical disciplines) responsible for the design and development of electrical and control systems for advanced reticle inspection platforms, including EUV Actinic systems.

This role owns system-level electrical architecture, power distribution, interconnect design, and control system integration for highly complex semiconductor capital equipment. The position requires strong technical leadership, cross-functional coordination, and disciplined execution across product development cycles.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

  • Lead design and development of:

    • Electrical interconnect systems and cable architecture

    • AC/DC power distribution systems

    • Electrical cabinets, racks, and chassis

    • System-level electrical and controls architecture

  • Define and integrate PLC-based control systems (Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff) including hardware architecture and I/O strategy

  • Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, serviceability, and cost targets

People Management

  • Manage, mentor, and develop a team of up to 7 engineers

  • Drive performance management, goal setting, and career development

  • Build a strong technical culture emphasizing accountability and innovation

Product Development Execution

  • Lead team through full product lifecycle: concept 14 design 14 integration 14 release

  • Support system integration of:

    • Ultra-high vacuum (UHV) subsystems

    • Precision motion/control systems (position, force, robotics)

    • Thermal and pressure control

  • Drive issue resolution using structured methodologies (RCCA, 8D)

Compliance & Standards

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • SEMI S2 / S10

    • UL 508A

    • NFPA 79

    • NRTL certification requirements

    • Customer specifications (e.g., Samsung Common Spec)

  • Support safety reviews, risk assessments, and certification processes

Cross-Functional Execution

  • Partner with Mechanical, Optical, Controls, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, and Field teams

  • Drive alignment across disciplines to resolve complex system integration challenges

Program & Financial Management

  • Own project scope, schedule, and engineering deliverables

  • Manage project budgets and engineering financials

  • Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and communicate status to leadership

Required Qualifications

Technical Skills

  • Strong expertise in:

    • Electrical system design for complex equipment

    • AC/DC power distribution and control systems

    • Electrical interconnect and cable routing design

  • Hands-on experience with PLC systems:

    • Allen-Bradley (Rockwell) and/or Beckhoff

    • PLC system architecture, I/O design, and integration

  • Experience with:

    • Ultra-high vacuum (UHV) systems

    • Precision motion systems (robotics, stages)

    • Thermal, pressure, and force control

Tools & Systems

  • Experience working with:

    • MCAD / ECAD integration workflows

    • PDM / PLM systems

  • Preferred:

    • Creo (MCAD)

    • Zuken (ECAD)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with highly advanced electro-mechanical systems

  • Background in high-precision metrology or imaging platforms

  • Familiarity with EtherCAT-based motion/control systems

  • Experience with global suppliers and high-volume manufacturing environments

Leadership Competencies (M1)

  • Technical Depth & Judgment 11 Applies deep domain expertise to system-level decisions

  • Team Development 11 Coaches and develops early-career engineers

  • Execution Discipline 11 Drives predictable delivery in complex environments

  • Collaboration 11 Works effectively across functions and global teams

  • Communication 11 Clear, concise communication to technical and executive stakeholders

Prefer Min Qualifications:

  • Strong expertise in:

    • Electrical system design for complex equipment

    • AC/DC power distribution and control systems

    • Electrical interconnect and cable routing design

  • Hands-on experience with PLC systems:

    • Allen-Bradley (Rockwell) and/or Beckhoff

    • PLC system architecture, I/O design, and integration

  • Experience with:

    • Ultra-high vacuum (UHV) systems

    • Precision motion systems (robotics, stages)

    • Thermal, pressure, and force control

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors Degree or higher in related field or equivalent combination of any relevant education and experience

6+ years of relevant experience with proven ability to lead including 2 + years of management experience

Base Pay Range: $153,300.00 - $260,600.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLAs 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.

About KLA Tencor

KLA Corporation is a global capital equipment company that provides process control solutions for semiconductor and related industries. The Company's products are also used in a number of other high technology industries, including the packaging, light emitting diode (LED), power device and compound semiconductor markets. Its products and services are used by bare wafer, integrated circuit (IC), lithography reticle (reticle or mask) and disk manufacturers around the world. The Company's inspection and metrology products and related offerings are categorized in various groups, including Chip Manufacturing, Wafer Manufacturing, Reticle Manufacturing, LED, Power Device and Compound Semiconductor Manufacturing, Data Storage Media/Head Manufacturing, Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) Manufacturing, and General Purpose/Lab Applications.
Learn more about KLA Tencor
Size
11,300 employees
Market Cap
$52 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1997
5 Year Trend
+21.5%
Revenue
$6 billion
NASDAQ

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