1000 KLA CorporationVerified Source

Regional Development Applications Engineer KLA

Onsite · Portland, Oregon
Posted July 30, 2026
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Overview

KLA seeks Regional Development Applications Engineer to lead development of overlay measurement systems. This role drives technical support and product development across global centers. It emphasizes scaling solutions and fostering cross-functional collaboration.

What You'll Do11

  • 1Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-level application support for complex overlay measurement systems
  • 2Conduct new tool demonstrations and manage customer-facing demonstrations
  • 3Design experiments to evaluate tool performance and optimize subcomponent functionality
  • 4Develop recipes for optical applications and enhance tool performance
  • 5Provide escalation support and coordinate remote troubleshooting for field service engineers
  • 6Create training materials and transfer production knowledge globally
  • 7Work with system and algorithm teams to build offline data analysis tools
  • 8Characterize next-generation overlay measurement products through test plans and data analysis
  • 9Publish applications notes and best known methods based on experimental results
  • 10Lead and coordinate troubleshooting initiatives for complex technical challenges
  • 11Drive continuous improvement in development processes and tool capabilities

Requirements11

  • 1MS or PhD in Physics or related engineering fields
  • 2Doctorate academic degree with 0 years experience
  • 3Master's degree with 3 years related experience
  • 4Bachelor's degree with 5 years related experience
  • 5Proficiency in Matlab and Python
  • 6Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
  • 7Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • 8Self-driven and independent yet collaborative personality
  • 9English proficiency and cultural adaptability
  • 10Experience with semiconductor measurement systems
  • 11Understanding of optical and imaging technologies

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typeonsite
LocationPortland, Oregon

Required Skills

matlabpythonoverlay measurementtool optimizationcustomer support
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