To make electronics, you need chips, wafers, transistors, reticles, and... To make these, you must see, test and manufacture them at scale—faster and better than ever before. That's where KLA comes in. Whether you're early in your career or an experienced professional, you'll solve complex challenges, work alongside brilliant minds and help shape the future of technology.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will play a key part in advancing business priorities by delivering high-impact work across your area of expertise.

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. Our authority 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 grow with solving really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Group/Division

The Global Service Support Organization (GSS) team headquartered in Milpitas, CA is our service organization that consists of Service Sales and Marketing, Spares Supply Chain management, Field Operations, Engineering, Product Training, and Technical Support. The GSS organization partners with our field teams and customers in all business sectors to maintain the dedication and productivity of our products through a flexible portfolio of services. Our comprehensive services include: proactive management of tools to identify and improve performance; expertise in optics, image processing and motion control with worldwide service engineers, 24/7 technical support teams and knowledge management systems; and an extensive parts network to ensure worldwide availability of parts.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Installation Engineer in the on-site installation of semiconductor equipment, including mechanical assembly, material handling, and preparation of tools and components.
• Assist in the setup and basic assembly of systems, such as cable routing, module installation, and component alignment, following standard procedures and safety guidelines.
• Handle incoming and outgoing materials and parts during the installation process, ensuring accurate tracking and proper storage.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety and cleanliness standards in cleanroom conditions.
• Monitor and enforce safety protocols (EHS – Environmental, Health, and Safety) during installation activities to prevent violations and ensure a safe working environment.
• Report any irregularities or potential hazards to the lead engineer or safety personnel promptly.
• Document daily tasks, material usage, and progress updates, and maintain clear communication with the installation team.
• Be flexible and adaptable to support installation activities at both domestic and international customer sites as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Technical college or university degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic Engineering, or the related technical engineering field.

2. New graduate students are welcome to apply. Experience in equipment assembly, factory operations, or cleanroom environments is a strong advantage.

3. Hands-on skills with mechanical tools and basic troubleshooting ability. Willingness to learn and follow technical procedures.

4. Good communication skills in Mandarin; basic English reading and comprehension ability is preferred for understanding manuals and safety guidelines.

5. Strong work ethic, with a positive attitude toward learning new technologies and supporting team operations.

6. High flexibility and adaptability to support installation activities, with up to 40% domestic travel required. Overseas travel is not required for this role.

7. Willingness to work a 6-day work week, depending on project schedules and installation demands.

About KLA

We provide advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, process solutions, and computational analytics that make electronics possible, tackling complex challenges. From electron and photon optics to machine learning and data analytics, we seek perfection at the most fundamental level of matter in the universe. If you want to make electronics that push industries forward and make the world a better place, join us.

Use of AI Statement 

At KLA, our interviews seek to understand your individual skills, problem-solving approach and authentic thinking. To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation, the use of AI, recording tools or other technologies to generate, suggest or provide responses during interviews—whether virtual or in person—is not permitted unless explicitly approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation or invited by the interviewer. Use of these tools may interfere with our ability to evaluate your individual qualifications and affect your candidacy. KLA is committed to advancing innovation through responsible AI, and we value candidates who share this mindset.

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.