Platform Equipment Field Installation and Applications Engineer

About the role

KLA's Platform Engineering and Development Group, part of the Engineering division, delivers automation solutions that integrate KLA process systems into semiconductor fabs worldwide. This new role supports system operation, integration, calibration, diagnostics, Alpha/Beta systems and retrofit activities, while giving design feedback and improvement recommendations. It involves international travel to support product installations and customer applications, with trips of up to 4 weeks at a time and occasional weekend site travel.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain the development and continuous improvement of platform semiconductor handling hardware.
• Support new hardware designs through build, integration, fault-finding and PLC readiness.
• Lead installation, commissioning and technical resolution of new products at customer sites.
• Travel internationally up to 50% to support critical customer engagements and resolve complex technical issues.
• Translate customer requirements and factory learnings into design improvements, define design specifications and champion serviceability, reliability and maintainability.
• Ensure machine performance and compliance against international standards, and produce technical reports, test strategies, validation plans and support documentation.
• Influence cross-functional teams to optimise hardware performance and customer readiness.

Required profile

• Minimum HNC in Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronics.
• Experience in a manufacturing role with an eye for continuous improvement.
• Experience in a customer-facing role is desirable.
• Understanding of machinery safety and safe working practices.
• Experience diagnosing faults with an analytical mind.
• Fluent written and spoken English; driving licence to travel throughout Europe.

Required skills

• Strong electrical, electronic and mechanical knowledge.
• Excellent analytical and fault-finding skills; able to work autonomously and in a team.
• AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent; 3D CAD experience desired.
• Good understanding of MS Office applications.

What we offer

• Annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme, cash health plan, cycle to work scheme, global bonus plan and share scheme.
• Rewards scheme, life assurance, shift allowance and overtime premiums.
• Travel expenses and accommodation provided in line with the travel policy.