Electrical Engineering Manager – Advanced Inspection Systems
Job Description
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.
Group/Division
With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. The RAPID division is the world leading provider of reticle inspection solutions for the semiconductor industry. The company provides inspection solutions to both the mask shops and the semiconductor fabs to ensure that lithography yields are consistently high thus enabling cost-effective manufacturing.
Job
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Qualifications
Position Summary
What does it take to bring together precision motion, automation, controls, power distribution, imaging, and vacuum technology into a single system capable of supporting the world's most advanced semiconductor manufacturing?
At KLA, the Electrical Engineering Manager leads a multidisciplinary team responsible for the electrical and controls architecture of advanced reticle inspection platforms, including EUV Actinic systems. This role combines technical leadership, team development, and product execution across the full development lifecycle—from early architecture through system integration and production release.
Working closely with Mechanical, Optical, Systems, Software, Manufacturing, and Service Engineering teams, this leader helps guide technical decisions, removes obstacles, develops engineering talent, and supports the delivery of highly integrated semiconductor capital equipment.
Responsibilities
The Electrical Engineering Manager provides leadership for the design and integration of electrical interconnect systems, power distribution, control systems, and overall electrical architecture. The role includes managing and developing a team of engineers, supporting system-level design decisions, and driving resolution of complex technical challenges through structured problem-solving approaches.
Success in this position requires balancing technical depth with people leadership while ensuring designs meet performance, reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, safety, and cost objectives. The role also supports compliance with applicable industry standards, customer requirements, and product certification activities.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates typically bring experience leading engineering teams or complex technical projects within semiconductor equipment, industrial automation, robotics, precision instrumentation, aerospace, medical devices, or similar industries.
Desired experience includes:
Electrical system design for complex electro-mechanical equipment
AC/DC power distribution and control systems
PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff, or similar technologies
Electrical interconnect and cable architecture
Cross-functional product development environments
Root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies
Experience with semiconductor capital equipment, ultra-high vacuum systems, precision motion control, EtherCAT-based controls, or advanced imaging systems is beneficial but not required.
Candidates who do not meet every qualification listed are encouraged to apply.
Why KLA
KLA develops the systems that enable semiconductor manufacturers to solve some of the industry's most demanding technical challenges. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to products that combine multiple engineering disciplines, engage with complex system-level problems, and support the growth of a talented engineering team.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or higher in related field or equivalent combination of any relevant education and experience
6+ years of relevant experience with proven ability to lead including 2 + years of management experience
Base Pay Range: $153,300.00 - $260,600.00 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.
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