KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

The KLA Services team headquartered in Milpitas, CA is our service organization that consists of Service Sales and Marketing, Spares Supply Chain management, Field Operations, Engineering, Product Training, and Technical Support. The KLA Services organization partners with our field teams and customers in all business sectors to maintain the high performance and productivity of our products through a flexible portfolio of services. Our comprehensive services include: proactive management of tools to identify and improve performance; expertise in optics, image processing and motion control with worldwide service engineers, 24/7 technical support teams and knowledge management systems; and an extensive parts network to ensure worldwide availability of parts.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Do you want to work on some of the most complex and cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, global environment with strong career growth opportunities? If so, KLA is looking for talented Product Install Engineer (f/m/d) to join our European installation team.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring our advanced systems are installed and operating to the highest standards at customer sites across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Engagement & Planning

  • Conduct pre-installation meetings to understand and document customer-specific requirements.

  • Develop action plans to meet unique customer needs and validate deliverables.

• Tool Installation & Integration

  • Perform full system installations to meet KLA specifications, including:

    • Physical install and connection

    • Precision alignment and calibration

    • Wafer handler robot setup and teaching

    • System-level calibrations and performance testing

    • Applications verification and product wafer validation

• Problem Solving & Issue Resolution

  • Troubleshoot complex system issues using data analysis, abstract thinking, and structured problem-solving methodologies.

  • Manage critical issues across multiple customer sites and regions.

• Customer Validation & Satisfaction

  • Lead post-installation meetings to verify tool performance and ensure customer satisfaction.

  • Conduct application testing to confirm operational quality.

  • Maintain strong communication through regular updates and escalation meetings.

• Training & Knowledge Sharing

  • Deliver training on new product installations to global customer support teams.

Your Qualifications

• Education & Experience

  • Technical degree or diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic Engineering, or equivalent experience.

  • 2–3 years of experience in the semiconductor industry is a plus.

• Technical Skills

  • Familiarity with pneumatics, mechanics, electronics, radio frequency technology, metrology, and laser technologies is desirable.

  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills across software, electronic, optical, and mechanical systems.

  • Proficiency in computer systems and operating environments (e.g., MS Windows).

• Soft Skills

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.

  • Willingness and availability to travel within Europe, Israel and occasionally internationally, up to 100%.

Minimum Qualifications

Doctorate (Academic) Degree and 0 years related work experience; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 5 years

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

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