System Engineer - Semiconductor Handling Systems

About the role

KLA's Semiconductor Products and Customers (Semi PC) business unit designs, builds and sells inspection, metrology and analytics systems that help chip manufacturers meet high-quality standards for AI, data centers, automotive and electronic devices. This System Engineer role leads the definition of advanced semiconductor handling systems, from concept through release, and works in a global collaboration environment with travel of up to 15%.

Key responsibilities

• Lead system architecture definition for advanced semiconductor handling systems, from concept through release
• Translate customer and product requirements into clear system specifications and technical solutions
• Perform system-level analysis (performance, reliability, error budgets) to ensure robust designs
• Drive integration of mechanics, motion, robotics, software, optics and vision
• Plan and execute system validation, qualification and test strategies
• Collaborate with Product, Program and Integration teams to meet milestones and deliverables
• Support field escalations and continuous improvement of released systems
• Coordinate internal teams and external partners to ensure execution and delivery

Required profile

• B.Sc. in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems or related engineering; M.Sc. is an advantage
• 5+ years of engineering development as a designer
• 5+ years in systems engineering or multidisciplinary product development
• Experience in the semiconductor industry or other global industries
• Proven ability to lead technical activities across multiple domains and stakeholders

Required skills

• Hands-on experience in complex system design, integration and troubleshooting
• Background in motion control, robotics or precision systems
• Familiarity with image processing and vision algorithms
• Strong analytical thinking, problem solving, communication and teamwork