System Design Engineer (f/m/d)

Job Title

System Design Engineer (f/m/d)

Role Summary

Work on integration, test, characterization and support of advanced semiconductor inspection systems within the LS-SWIFT division. The role sits at the interface of design engineering, manufacturing transfer and field support.

Primary mission: ensure system performance and reliability by leading integration activities, supporting manufacturing and field escalations, and transferring robust solutions into production.

Experience Level

Mid-level — typically requires more than 3 years of relevant professional experience beyond an advanced degree.

Responsibilities

The role focuses on system integration, testing, documentation and cross-functional support:

• Lead system and subsystem integration, testing and characterization; define and maintain performance and reliability specifications.
• Deliver structured training to Manufacturing and NPI engineers to transfer product knowledge and procedures.
• Support manufacturing and field service teams with optics- and system-related escalations; resolve technical conflicts and set priorities.
• Create and maintain clear documentation for design, test and diagnostic procedures to enable efficient manufacturing transfer.
• Provide regular status updates to management via reports and presentations; surface risks and changes.
• Ensure alignment with group strategies and roadmaps and participate in periodic program reviews.
• Propose and drive improvements in methods and processes in a fast-evolving engineering environment.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills, experience and practical requirements (degree details are listed under Education Requirements):

• Proven ability to work independently and deliver results within defined timelines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work across functions.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues in multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience developing or supporting complex optical-mechanical systems or assemblies.
• Background in optoelectronics, sensor technology, microscopy, optics, or system design/support.
• Experience with manufacturing support, field service escalations, and training delivery.
• Professional-level English, written and verbal.
• Ability to join within a short and predictable timeframe.
• EU work permit required.

Education Requirements

Advanced degree (Master's or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Optics, or a related technical field. The posting prefers this advanced degree combined with more than three years of relevant professional experience.

About the Company

Company: KLA

Headquarters: Chennai, India

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing industry. The company enables the production of electronic devices by inventing systems and solutions for manufacturing integrated circuits, wafers, and displays. With over 40 years of experience, KLA invests heavily in innovation and R&D to support advanced chip design and manufacturing process optimization, collaborating with top technology providers to deliver future electronic devices.