Systems Engineer (Electronics Integration)

Job Title

Systems Engineer (Electronics Integration)

Role Summary

Lead development, integration, and qualification of advanced e‑beam electronics and test systems. Work on system architecture, requirements, integration strategies, and system-level problem solving to deliver new technologies from concept through qualification.

Collaborate with electrical, software, optics, mechanical, and product engineering teams within the Global Products Group / Broadband Plasma Division to ensure performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

Experience Level

Senior level. Minimum qualifications specify experience tied to degree: Doctorate + 3 years, Master’s + 6 years, Bachelor’s + 8 years (see Education Requirements for details).

Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities include:

• Lead integration of electronics, software, and hardware subsystems to meet system performance and reliability targets.
• Define system architecture, requirements, verification, and validation strategies for advanced e‑beam systems and test platforms.
• Drive system characterization, validation, and qualification plans for new and existing products.
• Conduct complex root‑cause investigations and system‑level troubleshooting across hardware, software, and integration boundaries.
• Provide technical leadership and coordinate cross‑functional tradeoffs with stakeholders.

Requirements

Must-have skills and experience:

• Strong foundation in electronics and system‑level engineering, including hardware/software integration.
• Experience with requirements management, system integration, verification, and complex technical problem solving.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional technical efforts and execute complex engineering projects independently.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience developing or supporting hardware control, diagnostics, automation, or data acquisition software (Python, C/C++, MATLAB).
• Experience with high‑voltage systems, mixed‑signal electronics, FPGA designs, or embedded control systems.
• Background in semiconductor equipment, inspection systems, e‑beam technologies, or advanced instrumentation.

Education Requirements

Degree and experience requirements: Doctorate (PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering, or related technical field with ~3 years related work experience; Master’s (MS) in those fields with ~6 years related work experience; Bachelor’s (BS/BE/BTech) in those fields with ~8 years related work experience. Related technical fields and related professional experience are acceptable.

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.