Principal Optical Design Engineer (E)

Pay Range: $0.00 - $0.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA

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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

KLA is looking for a staff- level Principal Optical Engineer in our photomask inspection division. This position will lead the design of custom metrology systems, optical alignment methodology, and analysis of optical modules used by semiconductor manufactures worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead Optical Design and implement optical alignment and metrology process, test/tooling fixtures to achieve targeted performance and provide leadership team with technical design recommendations
• Conduct key optical analysis and modeling and investigate various design options through evaluating tolerances, optical performance, manufacturability, light budgets and other trade-offs.
• Translate system or subsystem requirements into optical design and manufacturing requirements.

• Communicate with multidisciplinary groups and work effectively in a team
• Take on responsibility, follow through and keep multiple simultaneous assignments on schedule.
• Clearly communicate progress and status of ongoing investigations to managers and to customers
• Follows design process, including design reviews, part procurement from vendors, testing, integration and release.

The preferred candidate will have experience and capability in the following areas:

• More than 10 years of professional experience in high precision imaging system, illumination design, or other optical system design, preferably in semiconductor tools
• Understanding of optical coating in various wavelength such as EUV, UV, and IR and coating modeling in optical software
• High proficiency in optical design software such as CodeV or Zemax or LightTools
• Able to create specifications of precision opto-mechanical assemblies
• Strong understanding in optical metrology tool and data
• Building and aligning complex optical system using diverse mechanical, collimation, point source microscope, CGH, and interferometry.
• Working knowledge with optical devices and components: objectives, collimation and relay optics, fibers, cameras and detectors

Education

• MS or Ph.D in Optical engineering (preferred) or Physics
• Background in following subject areas: Geometrical optics, Fourier optics, Lens design, Radiometry, Optical metrology, Illumination optics, Optical imaging system, Optical alignment

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 5 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 12 years

The company offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package 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, financial planning benefits, employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, 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 [email protected] to request accommodation.