Electron Beam Product Engineer

KLA
$76300.00-$111900.00
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Ann Arbor
1200 Woodridge Avenue (Show on map)
Sep 14, 2026
To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale-faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology. Group/Division The Semiconductor Products and Customers (Semi PC) business unit designs, builds and sells KLA's product portfolio to help chip manufacturers meet high-quality standards for technologies like AI, data centers, automotive and electronic devices. Our inspection, metrology, and analytics systems detect and monitor defects across logic and memory chips, specialty semiconductors, wafers, reticles, advanced packaging, process equipment and materials. We also develop technologies for specialty processes, IC substrates, and PCB manufacturing, including etch and deposition, component inspection, and imaging and analytics. KLA's Central Engineering organization is made up of nine Centers of Excellence (CoEs) spanning disciplines like automation, motion control, sensors, platform design, and packaging. Each CoE contributes not only technical deliverables but also deep expertise, best practices, and advanced tools that elevate both what we build-and how we build it. What You'll Do In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise. We are looking for an Electron Beam Product Engineer to join our systems engineering team in Ann Arbor, Michigan! The engineer will be the engineering tool owner for electron beam tools (similar to scanning electron microscopes) and will coordinate tool operating and maintenance activities across multi-functional teams. Responsibilities Coordinate with the KLA global tool user community to ensure local tools are available for engineers worldwide during their work shifts. Troubleshoot and maintain semiconductor metrology and review tools to maintain both tool performance and uptime at high levels. Complete critical tool performance calibrations, specification validation, and periodic preventative maintenance. Monitor local and remote tool performance and uptime and lead efforts to quickly solve problems. In the event of challenging and complex tool problems, perform detailed investigation into the root cause of the tool failure through a structured problem-solving process. During critical activities, on-call support may be needed during evening, weekend, and holidays. Author clear and concise summaries of test results to share lessons learned with the technical community, and drive updates to service procedures on both development versions and released versions of tool products. Collaborate with global KLA engineering community to find solutions to problems on candidate's tools and tools led by other product engineers. Work in an ISO Class 5 clean room. Domestic and/or international travel may be required for initial training over a two-month period. This role requires 5 days a week onsite presence. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in Physics, Optics, Electrical, Material Science, or Mechanical engineering Hands on experience in high voltage, ultra-high vacuum, and electron microscopy Inquisitive investigative skills for finding and solving system-level problems Effective communication regarding problems and challenges throughout equipment operation and maintenance, including but not limited to problem summary, target statement, and fix execution report. Skilled at independently locating reference materials, troubleshooting issues, and proactively explore and assimilate new knowledge Design of Experiments (DOE) expertise Enthusiasm and curiosity to learn. Understanding of precision instruments. Semiconductor Capital Equipment OEM experience is highly valued Strong interpersonal presentation skills and technical writing skills 5+ years of hands-on experience operating and servicing vacuum systems 5+ years' experience working in a clean room Comfortable with python scripting, Matlab, and statistics packages such as JMP. Experience with electrical safety, and chemical hazard / safety Minimum Qualifications Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years About KLA We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us. Total Rewards Base Pay Range: $76,300.00 - $111,900.00 Annually Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-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. Use of AI Statement At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews-whether virtual or in person-is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset. Equal Opportunity Statement KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 attalent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation. 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