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Base Pay Range: $119,400.00 - $203,000.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-NJ-Totowa-KLA

KLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits identified below. Interns are eligible for some of the benefits identified below. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed above reflects the minimum and maximum pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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

Lead and develop a new US Manufacturing Design Engineering operations team driving cutting edge chemical process management systems.

Ensures the manufacturing engineering team delivers on-time, in-scope and high-quality system designs for new and legacy products, address issues throughout the product life cycles, and play a key role in the release and transition of new products into manufacturing. This individual also has responsibility for project management of systems projects being executed, from design concept through delivery. This includes performance improvements, lowering cost of ownership, test enhancements, project definition and structure, schedule management, scope compliance and deliverables management.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing and planning engineering activities, and for managing project execution from concept through delivery.
• Involved in concept development, proposal quotes, detailed design, configuration definition, verification, qualification, manufacturing specification and documentation of engineering activities, which lead to improved product, increased output and reduced cost.
• Evaluate progress of projects to ensure sound application of scientific and engineering principles and adequate engineering to support the highest possible performance of the end products..
• Evaluate results of development projects to assure accomplishment of objectives.
• Interact with design team to promote complementary design objectives and facilitate the transfer of product/technologies.
• Establish operational objectives and assignments and delegate assignments to subordinates.
• Propose, modify, and execute company policies, which affect immediate operation(s), and may also have companywide effects.
• Manage the coordination of activities through subordinates of the manufacturing engineering department, with responsibility for results in terms of cost, methods and employees.
• Knowledge of the semiconductor capital equipment business with > 7 years of experience
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams of > 7 personnel through product development and release
• Technical expertise in complex systems and technologies
• Experience with new product introduction processes or demonstrated ability to adjacent organizations (Design Engineering, Operations and Service) through the product introduction process
• Ability to make good decisions in a timely manner
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of the semiconductor capital equipment business with > 7 years of experience
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams of > 7 personnel through product development and release
• Technical expertise in complex systems and technologies
• Experience with new product introduction processes or demonstrated ability to adjacent organizations (Design Engineering, Operations and Service) through the product introduction process
• Ability to make good decisions in a timely manner
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

The company offers a total rewards package that is competitive and comprehensive 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, 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.

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 or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

KLA-Tencor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.