NPI Systems Engineer - eBeam — San Francisco

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 KLA has manufacturing sites worldwide. The Global Operations (GOPS) team, comprised of Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Installation and Quality, builds our leading-edge technology. GOPS partners with KLA's global supply base and design engineering teams to develop new products, working continuously to build better, faster and more cost-efficient solutions. 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. KLA's eBeam Operations team is seeking a highly motivated Senior Systems Engineer to lead New Product Introduction (NPI) and manufacturing transfer activities for advanced electron beam inspection systems. In this role, you will serve as a critical interface between Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Global Operations, ensuring new products are successfully transitioned from development into production. This position requires strong systems-level knowledge, technical problem-solving skills, and the ability to independently drive complex cross-functional programs. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, can influence teams across multiple disciplines, and is passionate about bringing cutting-edge semiconductor technology to market. Key Responsibilities • Lead NPI and manufacturing transfer programs from engineering development through production release. • Collaborate with Product Engineering and Program teams to develop and execute beta and pilot build plans for new eBeam products. • Partner with Engineering to ensure product designs, BOMs, and configurations are production-ready during early development phases. • Participate in technical design reviews to improve manufacturability, optimize cost, and drive operational readiness. • Work closely with Supply Chain and external partners to support supplier selection, outsourcing strategies, cost analysis, and RFQ activities. • Manage engineering materials, prototype hardware, tooling, and critical components supporting development, beta builds, and field upgrades. • Drive implementation of engineering change orders (ECOs) and design updates across manufacturing sites and suppliers. • Develop and execute complex project plans while coordinating activities across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain organizations. • Analyze technical and operational data to identify opportunities for process improvements and drive resolution of complex manufacturing challenges. • Provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) recommendations and influence product designs to improve quality, reliability, and scalability. • Develop and improve system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and validation processes. • Support field escalations, beta site activities, and customer installations requiring deep product knowledge and technical expertise. • Present technical recommendations, program status, and issue resolution plans to engineering and operations leadership. Required Qualifications • Advanced Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline. • 5+ years of experience in Systems Engineering, Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Technical Program Management, or a related field. • Strong systems-level understanding of complex electromechanical products and manufacturing processes. • Proven experience leading cross-functional projects with a high degree of autonomy. • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and data-driven problem-solving skills. • Experience managing engineering changes, BOM structures, configuration management, and product lifecycle processes. • Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence technical and business stakeholders. • Comfortable working in a cleanroom environment as needed. Preferred Qualifications • Experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) or manufacturing transfer programs. • Experience with semiconductor capital equipment, precision instrumentation, or complex electro-mechanical systems. • Knowledge of vacuum systems, electron optics, high-voltage systems, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), or related technologies. • Program management experience in a global manufacturing environment. • Experience supporting supplier qualification, outsourced manufacturing, and supply chain readiness activities. Additional Information • Travel up to 20%, including periodic travel to Singapore and Milpitas to support manufacturing transfer and production readiness activities. Key Success Factor: Strong systems knowledge and the ability to independently lead complex NPI and manufacturing transfer programs across globally distributed teams. Minimum Qualifications Requires a Bachelors degree and 5 years related experience; or 3 years related experience and a Masters Degree; or PhD 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: $106,700.00 - $156,500.00 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. 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 at  talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation. For additional information, view the US Know Your Rights poster on the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website.