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

The selected Applications Engineer will join a dynamic team that makes a significant impact to the company every day.

Responsible for providing technical applications support for the development and implementation of KLA’s state-of-the-art products in customer fabrication facilities. This includes investigating semiconductor manufacturing yield issues and providing inspection solutions at our customer’s facilities.

Makes presentations on all aspects of products to KLA management and customer management.

Assists sales manager in assessing potential application of company products to meet customer technical requirements and preparing detailed product specifications

Provides follow-up support in training customers and disseminating technical information on specific applications

Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation, design of experiments, and communication between customers and specialists

The candidate will gain exposure to Product Marketing, Business & Sales Processes and undergo rigorous training on KLA’s most advanced equipment.

The candidate will be required to travel to Singapore to support customers (at least 50%-80% of time). There could also be opportunities to travel and work at various KLA’s world-wide facilities and Headquarters based in Silicon Valley, USA.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidate must have Master’s or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Physics, Material Science, or related fields.

We are looking for high energy, self-driven and motivated engineers who are interested in working in a High Tech Environment. The semiconductor space is a fast paced, high stress environment that gives applications engineers a lot of autonomy to work and drive projects on their own.

High levels of accountability, works well with limited supervision and thrive in a work environment where they can drive projects on their own.

Possess excellent communication, organizational, analytical, leadership, and interpersonal skill.

Be self-driven, yet a strong team player to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Perseverance and dedication to understanding and solving critical customer problems.

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

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