Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer - Wafer Positioning Stages

Base Pay Range: $111,300.00 - $189,200.00 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 identified below. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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 world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

The Mechanical Design Engineer will perform mechanical design of parts, assemblies, and tooling using Creo and generate drawings with GD&T for high performance wafer positioning/motion stages and wafer chucks. They will conduct design reviews, procure prototypes, and work with vendors for various parts and assemblies. The engineer will drive prototype testing, system integration, and stage servo tuning. They will test and qualify stages to ensure they meet performance and reliability requirements. They will create documents and procedure for manufacturing/assembly of various systems and assemblies to ensure successful transition to manufacturing.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will also perform analysis and simulations, such as structural, thermal, vibration/modal FEAs, motor current/voltage/power calculations, etc. This position also requires working with other engineering groups such as controls engineers, systems engineers and manufacturing engineers to ensure seamless integration and to optimize performance.

Must have:

• 7+ years of experience in mechanical design/solid modeling

• Proficient in Creo/Solidworks or similar 3D modeling tools

• Proficient in structural, thermal, and vibration/modal FEA

• DFM experience with machining, sheet metals, and castings

• Knowledge of analysis tools such as Python or Matlab

Nice to have:

• Experience implementing various types of rotary bearings/linear guides and/or air bearings

• Design experience of X,Y sub-micron positioning stages

• Experience in vibration optimization and design for high stiffness to weight ratio

• Vibration and modal testing using accelerometers, impact hammer, etc.

• Experience with implementation/use of high-resolution feedback devices such as optical encoders and laser interferometer

• Semiconductor capital equipment design experience

• Motion control and servo tuning

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

The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive including but not limited to the following: 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.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by applicable law. 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 +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.