Industrial Engineer Jobs at KLA with Visa Sponsorship
KLA hires Industrial Engineers across its semiconductor equipment manufacturing operations, working on process optimization, yield improvement, and production systems. KLA has an established track record of sponsoring work visas for engineering talent, making it a realistic target for international candidates pursuing long-term U.S. careers in advanced manufacturing.
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Company Overview
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.
Group/Division
With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. Central Engineering is KLA's largest engineering organization comprised of 9 Centers-of-Excellence (CoE) in various disciplines applied across all product groups in the company. These CoE include Handling & Automation, Precision Motion Control, Sensors & Image Acquisition, Platform Design, and Packaging Engineering, among others. Talent includes over 500 engineers across global centers in Israel, China, India, and the US. Each CoE contributes not just talent and deliverables per discipline toward product programs, but also subject matter expertise, best practices, roadmaps, specialized facilities, apparatus, models, and analytics. These differentiate KLA not only in WHAT we do, but also in HOW we do it.
Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
KLA is looking for an Opto-Mechanics Engineer in our Central Engineering Group in Ann Arbor. The engineer will work in a team of opto-mechanical design engineers and optical engineers responsible for optics modules across different divisions within the corporation. The engineer drives the modeling, designing, detailing, and testing new opto-mechanical sub-system for the next generation of KLA tools!
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design of complex opto-mechanical sub-systems including precision mechanical components and subsystems.
- Collaborate with suppliers worldwide to develop complex, reliable solution for KLA’s next generation tools.
- Understand and drive system and subsystem requirement specifications.
- Lead concept and detailed designs including design reviews.
- Guide material and component selection for optical and opto-mechanical systems, precision drives and actuators.
- Propose feasibility studies and proof of concepts.
- Drive the definition of test criteria and build test plans for functional prototypes.
- Guide the release process according to KLA’s standard processes.
- Work with multi-functional groups and lead system-level discussions including impact on overall system performance.
- Lead problem solving activities at subsystem and system levels.
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of optical and mechanical engineering principles and fundamentals including precision mechanical mechanisms, heat transfer, fabrication methods, and integration and testing.
- Experience with FEA simulations for structural and thermal analysis.
- Proficient in 3D solid modeling using CAD, preferably ProE/Creo.
- Analytical problem-solving skills in the structural, optical and thermal domains.
- Proficient in engineering tolerance and error budgets.
- Excel working in a multi-discipline and multi-culture global organization.
- Excellent writing skills and verbal communication.
- Ability to travel for training, project support and support of customers globally.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years.
Base Pay Range: $120,700.00 - $205,200.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA
KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.
Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.
Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA’s Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to talent.acquisition@kla.com to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

Company Overview
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.
Group/Division
With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next-generation devices to volume production quickly and cost-effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best and the brightest research scientist, software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. Central Engineering is KLA's largest engineering organization comprised of 9 Centers-of-Excellence (CoE) in various disciplines applied across all product groups in the company. These CoE include Handling & Automation, Precision Motion Control, Sensors & Image Acquisition, Platform Design, and Packaging Engineering, among others. Talent includes over 500 engineers across global centers in Israel, China, India, and the US. Each CoE contributes not just talent and deliverables per discipline toward product programs, but also subject matter expertise, best practices, roadmaps, specialized facilities, apparatus, models, and analytics. These differentiate KLA not only in WHAT we do, but also in HOW we do it.
Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
KLA is looking for an Opto-Mechanics Engineer in our Central Engineering Group in Ann Arbor. The engineer will work in a team of opto-mechanical design engineers and optical engineers responsible for optics modules across different divisions within the corporation. The engineer drives the modeling, designing, detailing, and testing new opto-mechanical sub-system for the next generation of KLA tools!
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design of complex opto-mechanical sub-systems including precision mechanical components and subsystems.
- Collaborate with suppliers worldwide to develop complex, reliable solution for KLA’s next generation tools.
- Understand and drive system and subsystem requirement specifications.
- Lead concept and detailed designs including design reviews.
- Guide material and component selection for optical and opto-mechanical systems, precision drives and actuators.
- Propose feasibility studies and proof of concepts.
- Drive the definition of test criteria and build test plans for functional prototypes.
- Guide the release process according to KLA’s standard processes.
- Work with multi-functional groups and lead system-level discussions including impact on overall system performance.
- Lead problem solving activities at subsystem and system levels.
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of optical and mechanical engineering principles and fundamentals including precision mechanical mechanisms, heat transfer, fabrication methods, and integration and testing.
- Experience with FEA simulations for structural and thermal analysis.
- Proficient in 3D solid modeling using CAD, preferably ProE/Creo.
- Analytical problem-solving skills in the structural, optical and thermal domains.
- Proficient in engineering tolerance and error budgets.
- Excel working in a multi-discipline and multi-culture global organization.
- Excellent writing skills and verbal communication.
- Ability to travel for training, project support and support of customers globally.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate (Academic) Degree and related work experience of 3 years; Master's Level Degree and related work experience of 6 years; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 8 years.
Base Pay Range: $120,700.00 - $205,200.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA
KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.
Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.
Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees. KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA’s Careers website for legitimate job postings. KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers. If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to talent.acquisition@kla.com to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.
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Align your resume to KLA's manufacturing context
KLA's Industrial Engineer roles center on semiconductor equipment production, not general manufacturing. Tailor your resume to highlight experience with yield analysis, process flow optimization, or equipment cycle time reduction rather than broad lean manufacturing credentials.
Target roles in KLA's operations sites
KLA's Industrial Engineer openings are concentrated at its domestic manufacturing and operations facilities. Filtering your search by site type, rather than just job title, helps you identify postings where sponsorship is most consistently offered for this function.
Prepare documentation for a specialty occupation argument
USCIS scrutinizes H-1B petitions for Industrial Engineer roles, sometimes questioning whether the position qualifies as a specialty occupation. Gather evidence that KLA's role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or a directly related field, not a generalized engineering background.
Use Migrate Mate to filter KLA's open roles by visa type
Not every open Industrial Engineer posting at KLA is tied to active sponsorship. Use Migrate Mate to surface the specific listings where KLA has indicated sponsorship availability, so you're applying where the pathway is clearest.
Ask recruiters specifically about PERM sponsorship timing
KLA sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards, but PERM labor certification timelines at DOL currently run several months. During interviews, ask at which point in your tenure KLA typically initiates PERM filings for Industrial Engineer hires in your team's function.
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Find Industrial Engineer at KLA JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does KLA sponsor H-1B visas for Industrial Engineers?
Yes, KLA sponsors H-1B visas for Industrial Engineer roles. Because Industrial Engineer positions are sometimes challenged by USCIS as not meeting specialty occupation standards, KLA's petitions for this role typically include detailed documentation tying the position to a specific engineering discipline. Having a degree in industrial engineering or a closely related field strengthens your petition considerably.
Which visa types does KLA commonly use for Industrial Engineer roles?
KLA sponsors H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and J-1 visas for engineering roles, and also files EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant petitions for permanent residence. TN is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering categories. For long-term employees, KLA's Green Card sponsorship through PERM is the most common pathway to permanent status.
How do I apply for Industrial Engineer jobs at KLA?
Apply through KLA's careers portal, where Industrial Engineer roles are listed by site and function. Migrate Mate also surfaces KLA's open Industrial Engineer positions filtered by visa sponsorship availability, which saves time if you're specifically targeting roles where international candidates are welcome. Tailor your application to KLA's semiconductor manufacturing context rather than submitting a generic industrial engineering resume.
What qualifications does KLA expect for Industrial Engineer candidates?
KLA's Industrial Engineer roles typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a closely related field. Practical experience with process improvement methodologies, capacity planning, or factory systems in a high-complexity manufacturing environment is valued. Familiarity with semiconductor or capital equipment production processes is a differentiator, though not always required at the entry level.
How do I plan my visa timeline when pursuing an Industrial Engineer role at KLA?
If you're cap-subject for H-1B, KLA would need to file your petition in April for an October 1 start. Build backwards from that window when timing your offer acceptance. If you're currently on F-1 OPT, confirm your expiration date leaves enough runway. TN visa holders can start sooner since TN processing doesn't follow the H-1B cap calendar.
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