Applications Development Engineer. - Optical inspection

$78,100 - $132,800/Yr

Disability Solutions - Boise, ID

Full-time - Entry Level

Boise, ID

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Applications Engineer position at KLA is a critical role within the Broadband Plasma Division, focusing on providing market-leading patterned wafer optical inspection systems for advanced integrated circuit manufacturing. This role involves collaborating with customers to ensure the effective adoption of KLA products, supporting both pre-sale and post-sale activities, and developing a deep understanding of customer processes and technology trends. The position is designed to enhance customer satisfaction and drive growth by delivering tailored solutions to complex problems in semiconductor manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop in-depth expertise in product operation, applications, and customer processes.
• Collaborate with critical customers to ensure KLA products are adopted and applied to their unique problems.
• Support pre-sale activities including product demos, presentations, and technical papers.
• Assist at trade shows to promote KLA products.
• Provide post-sale support including customer training and understanding customer processes.
• Develop new use cases for KLA products based on customer feedback.
• Support internal customers such as service, engineering, and operations.

Requirements

• Master's Level Degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science or related field, or Bachelor's Level Degree with at least 2 years of experience.
• Experience in IC processing or semiconductor equipment is desirable but not mandatory.
• Ability to perform complex data/image analysis using data-analysis tools.
• Strong teamwork skills with a balance between technical and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Background in IC processing or semiconductor equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(K) with company matching
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
• Student debt assistance
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Development and career growth opportunities
• Financial planning benefits
• Wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP)
• Paid time off and paid company holidays
• Family care and bonding leave