Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

At our core, we build sophisticated semiconductor equipment that depends on precision engineering, disciplined execution, and people who enjoy solving difficult hardware problems. We are looking for a Senior Engineering Technician who wants to be directly involved in building, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing complex semiconductor systems. This is a hands-on role where we work closely with engineers to turn designs into functioning hardware and continuously improve the reliability and performance of our equipment.

We are interested in someone who takes pride in figuring things out. When a subsystem is not performing as expected, do you want to understand why? When a vacuum chamber fails qualification, do you dig into the details rather than wait for someone else to solve the problem? If so, you may be a strong fit for our team.

What You'll Be Doing

Working alongside mechanical, electrical, systems, and manufacturing engineers, we assemble and integrate semiconductor capital equipment from the ground up. This includes installing vacuum hardware, wiring electrical systems, bringing up controls, executing test procedures, diagnosing failures, and supporting equipment installations.

The work regularly involves:

• Building and integrating semiconductor equipment and subsystems
• Troubleshooting electrical, vacuum, mechanical, pneumatic, and control system issues
• Assembling and maintaining ultra-high vacuum chambers, pumps, gauges, valves, and gas delivery hardware
• Performing helium leak testing and vacuum qualification activities
• Wiring electrical cabinets, control systems, sensors, interlocks, and cable assemblies
• Supporting prototype builds, engineering experiments, upgrades, and production systems
• Using diagnostic equipment such as DVMs, clamp-on amp meters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies
• Contributing to root-cause investigations and corrective action efforts

Some days may be spent assembling new hardware. Other days may require tracking down an intermittent electrical problem, resolving a vacuum leak, or helping bring a newly integrated system online. The variety keeps the work interesting and provides opportunities to learn from experienced engineers and technicians.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking a technician with 10 to 15 years of semiconductor industry experience and a strong background supporting semiconductor capital equipment.

Candidates should have experience with:

• Ultra-high vacuum (UHV) systems
• Cleanroom and contamination control practices
• Electrical wiring and troubleshooting
• Control systems and equipment interlocks
• Mechanical assembly and system integration
• Reading electrical schematics and engineering drawings
• Electrical test equipment including DVMs and clamp-on amp meters

Experience supporting equipments from semiconductor manufacturing industries is highly desirable.

Physical Requirements

This role requires regular hands-on work around large systems and equipment. Team members must be able to stand for extended periods, squat, kneel, bend, reach, and safely lift components weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Work is performed in engineering labs, manufacturing areas, and cleanroom environments where appropriate protective equipment is required.

Travel Requirements

This role requires up to 25% domestic and international travel to support the installation, qualification, maintenance, troubleshooting, and field service of advanced semiconductor capital equipment at customer and manufacturing site.

We build complex machines. We solve difficult technical problems. We depend on people who enjoy working with hardware and take pride in delivering quality work. If that describes you, we'd like to hear from you!

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a minimum of 4 - 6 years of related experience

Base Pay Range: $32.07 - $54.52 Per Hour

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

KLA's 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.