Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
Responsible for the complete design process, including:
Drive design from beginning to end including requirements specification, feasibility studies, conceptual and detailed design, build and release to manufacturing
Develop and track cost and schedule
Generate detailed models and drawings, using 3D solid modeling (Creo)
Conduct various analysis, such as fluid, thermal, and vibrational, through both hand calcs and FEA modeling
Understand and use Geometric Tolerancing (GD&T)
Perform detailed tolerance stack-up analysis
Participate in and lead design reviews to obtain a peer-oriented design assessment throughout design process
Procure, assemble, and test prototype material
Support system integration and testing
Create assembly and test procedures
Generate documentation and support release and handoff to manufacturing.
Design challenges may include:
Low stress and high stability optomechanical & precision mechanism design
Design for functionality in ultra-clean environments, including in vacuum
Precision stage and actuation/adjustment design
Required Skills:
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Minimum 3 years work experience in 3D solid modeling
Minimum 1 years work experience in FEA, GD&T
Strong background in the design of mechanisms.
Basic understanding of optical subsystems.
Familiar with manufacturing processes including machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding fabrication and castings.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years
Base Pay Range: $117,800.00 - $200,300.00 Annually
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.