Junior/Manufacturing Design Engineer (Mechanical / Systems)

As a Junior/Manufacturing Design Engineer (Mechanical / Systems), you will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing mechanical and systems components for advanced manufacturing equipment. Your primary focus will be on creating robust, cost-effective designs that meet performance and reliability standards. Key responsibilities include: - Designing mechanical subsystems, including structural frames, motion systems, and precision alignment mechanisms, using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo). - Performing engineering analysis, such as finite element analysis (FEA), tolerance stack-ups, and thermal simulations, to validate design integrity. - Collaborating with cross-functional teams (electrical, software, and systems engineering) to integrate mechanical designs into complete manufacturing systems. - Developing and testing prototypes, conducting design reviews, and iterating based on test results and feedback. - Creating and maintaining technical documentation, including drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and design specifications. - Supporting manufacturing processes by troubleshooting design issues, optimizing for assembly, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. - Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product performance, reduce costs, and improve manufacturing efficiency. - Contributing to system-level design decisions, including material selection, component sourcing, and design for manufacturability (DFM) principles. - Assisting in the development of test plans and validation procedures to ensure designs meet functional and safety requirements. - Staying current with emerging technologies and best practices in mechanical engineering and manufacturing design.

Qualifications and requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field. - 0-3 years of experience in mechanical design or manufacturing engineering (internship experience acceptable). - Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, or AutoCAD). - Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals, including statics, dynamics, materials science, and thermodynamics. - Experience with FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus) is a plus. - Knowledge of manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication). - Familiarity with design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles. - Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. - Strong communication and teamwork abilities. - Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. - Experience with systems engineering or integration is desirable but not required.

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, providing systems and solutions for wafer and reticle manufacturing, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards, and flat panels.