Zeta System Engineer

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.

The ICOS Vision Systems division focuses on the backend of the line semiconductor industry providing fully automated tools to inspect and sort, finished integrated circuit packages. For more than 15 years, ICOS has been a market leader with tray-to-tray and tray-to-tape inspection and sorting tools found in the production facilities of all major chipmakers in the world. Our market-leading technology and superior customer service requires strong talent in optics, machine control, algorithms and applications within our engineering teams. The ICOS division headquarters are in Leuven, Belgium with additional engineering and manufacturing operations in Singapore and Shenzhen (China).

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

As part of our Systems Engineering team, you will be responsible for the complete lifecycle of the machine, from concept to deployment, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance of our cutting-edge 3D Metrology machines.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the systems engineering efforts for precision 3D metrology machines, ensuring all components work harmoniously to achieve high-precision measurements
• Design and develop system architectures and characterize system performance according to requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and validate metrology systems, including hardware, software, and control systems.
• Define and document system specifications to meet project requirements
• Perform detailed systems analysis to ensure optimal performance and reliability
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to qualify systems.
• Provide ongoing engineering support to ensure field systems sustainability and customer satisfaction.
• Work with Product & Program Managers to ensure project milestones are met

Requirements

• Outstanding skill in opto-mechanical, electronics, software or mechanical engineering.
• 5+ years proven experience in an engineering role in a high-end equipment company, covering most of following technical domains:
  • machine conceptual, optical and mechanical design,
  • setting up specifications,
  • software (describing, testing of flows),
  • Data processing, analytics and statistics,
  • test protocols,
  • debugging,
  • characterization,
  • lead improvement projects

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to manage different projects and meet deadline
• Programming skills are a plus (Python, matlab, C#, …)
• Independent thinking, challenging existing ideas and approaches
• Hands-on, self-organized, taking initiative and ownership
• Occasional travel within Asia & Europe

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years

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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