Product Upgrade Engineer (SFS Product)

About the role

KLA, which makes inspection tools, metrology systems and process solutions for the semiconductor industry, is hiring a Product Upgrade Engineer for its SFS inspection systems. The role sits within the KLA Services team, which provides installation services and 24/7 technical support and parts delivery. The engineer leads and executes product upgrade projects and works closely with manufacturing and field service teams.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and execute product upgrade projects for SFS inspection systems.
• Develop, validate and document upgrade procedures, including hardware installation, software configuration and system calibration.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and field service teams to define upgrade requirements and ensure seamless integration.
• Perform system-level testing and troubleshooting to verify upgrade performance and resolve technical issues.
• Implement test plans and methodologies to validate new features and improvements.
• Analyze system performance data and customer feedback to identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Maintain documentation of upgrade procedures, test results and system configurations.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety regulations throughout the upgrade process.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in product development, integration or field engineering within the semiconductor equipment industry.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and equipment, particularly inspection systems.
• Proven experience with hardware integration, software configuration and system-level troubleshooting.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment; international travel of about 80-90% of the time is required.
• Experience with project management methodologies is a plus.