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Project Engineer roles at KLA sit at the intersection of semiconductor process equipment and manufacturing excellence, covering tool qualification, yield improvement, and cross-functional collaboration with process and design teams. KLA has a strong track record of sponsoring international engineers across multiple visa categories, making it a realistic target for candidates on work authorization.
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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.
Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
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 through greater chemical process control is KLA's ECI Technology division. ECI is an industry leader of in-process chemistry control, providing the precision of analysis the industry requires for consistent wafer quality while reducing chip feature size. Advanced wafer design drives the need for precision with reliability; ECI strives to lead the design of analytical equipment which can withstand the rigorous demands of the chemical processes for damascene, wafer-level packaging, clean and wet etch processes, with our Prima, Libra, Quanta and QualiSurf product lines.
Successful Product Development Engineer will work in the System Engineering group based in Totowa, NJ. You will be working in the Engineering Technology team to conceptualize, develop and test the next generation of devices which will be used to advance our chemical analysis technology. This is a wide-ranging requirement which covers aspects from microfluidic dispensing to spectrophotometric measurements. This role will involve requirements analysis, theoretical evaluation on the capabilities of available technologies, identification of the gaps and definition of the actions required to close those gaps, conceptual design, and requirements of new devices if existing technologies are not a fit and testing of the designs with reports generated to support the conclusions. Communication skills are important, there are requirements for communication with suppliers and the internal KLA groups.
Job Definition:
- Work with Applications, R&D and engineering to define requirements and develop specifications for the chemical analysis process.
- Develop improvement plans and test plans required to meet our requirements, drive the vendors to execute those plans.
- Evaluate and test to validate materials used for devices or new designs, to determine compatibility to the chemistry used in the application.
- Conceptualize and bring to fruition new device designs when none exist. Define the requirements, gaps that the device fills, error budget and constraints.
- Work with mechanical, electrical and software engineering groups to define and review designs and test plans. Create and execute test plans and perform analysis to validate device or system performance. Troubleshoot system and subsystem issues and work with various subsystem teams to find and implement solutions.
- Support internal and external customers in implementing processes to build and use the tool effectively and optimize tool performance. Lead advanced troubleshooting efforts in manufacturing and in the field.
- Occasional domestic and international travel will be required (<20%).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; Bachelor’s Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years.
- Experience with electrical design ecosystems such as OrCAD PCB, Altium, PADS, or Eagle; exposure to SI/PI or simulation tools is a plus.
- Familiarity with AC power distribution, industrial equipment cabling, interlocks, and serviceability-driven design.
- Exposure to PLC/control systems, motion control, sensors, and system-level debug of integrated mechatronic equipment.
- Comfortable building and executing test plans, analyzing data, and reporting conclusions (MATLAB/Python/LabVIEW experience is a plus in our environment).
- Strong collaboration and communication skills for cross-disciplinary execution and vendor engagement.
- Experience supporting products through manufacturing/field life cycle and writing crisp, usable documentation.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; Bachelor’s Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years.
Base Pay Range: $85,600.00 - $145,500.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-NJ-Totowa-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.
Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
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 through greater chemical process control is KLA's ECI Technology division. ECI is an industry leader of in-process chemistry control, providing the precision of analysis the industry requires for consistent wafer quality while reducing chip feature size. Advanced wafer design drives the need for precision with reliability; ECI strives to lead the design of analytical equipment which can withstand the rigorous demands of the chemical processes for damascene, wafer-level packaging, clean and wet etch processes, with our Prima, Libra, Quanta and QualiSurf product lines.
Successful Product Development Engineer will work in the System Engineering group based in Totowa, NJ. You will be working in the Engineering Technology team to conceptualize, develop and test the next generation of devices which will be used to advance our chemical analysis technology. This is a wide-ranging requirement which covers aspects from microfluidic dispensing to spectrophotometric measurements. This role will involve requirements analysis, theoretical evaluation on the capabilities of available technologies, identification of the gaps and definition of the actions required to close those gaps, conceptual design, and requirements of new devices if existing technologies are not a fit and testing of the designs with reports generated to support the conclusions. Communication skills are important, there are requirements for communication with suppliers and the internal KLA groups.
Job Definition:
- Work with Applications, R&D and engineering to define requirements and develop specifications for the chemical analysis process.
- Develop improvement plans and test plans required to meet our requirements, drive the vendors to execute those plans.
- Evaluate and test to validate materials used for devices or new designs, to determine compatibility to the chemistry used in the application.
- Conceptualize and bring to fruition new device designs when none exist. Define the requirements, gaps that the device fills, error budget and constraints.
- Work with mechanical, electrical and software engineering groups to define and review designs and test plans. Create and execute test plans and perform analysis to validate device or system performance. Troubleshoot system and subsystem issues and work with various subsystem teams to find and implement solutions.
- Support internal and external customers in implementing processes to build and use the tool effectively and optimize tool performance. Lead advanced troubleshooting efforts in manufacturing and in the field.
- Occasional domestic and international travel will be required (<20%).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; Bachelor’s Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years.
- Experience with electrical design ecosystems such as OrCAD PCB, Altium, PADS, or Eagle; exposure to SI/PI or simulation tools is a plus.
- Familiarity with AC power distribution, industrial equipment cabling, interlocks, and serviceability-driven design.
- Exposure to PLC/control systems, motion control, sensors, and system-level debug of integrated mechatronic equipment.
- Comfortable building and executing test plans, analyzing data, and reporting conclusions (MATLAB/Python/LabVIEW experience is a plus in our environment).
- Strong collaboration and communication skills for cross-disciplinary execution and vendor engagement.
- Experience supporting products through manufacturing/field life cycle and writing crisp, usable documentation.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; Bachelor’s Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years.
Base Pay Range: $85,600.00 - $145,500.00 Annually
Primary Location: USA-NJ-Totowa-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 degree to KLA's specialty occupation standard
KLA's Project Engineer roles typically require a degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or materials science. USCIS evaluates H-1B eligibility based on whether your specific field directly relates to the role, so a closely matched degree strengthens your petition significantly.
Target KLA's semiconductor equipment divisions first
KLA hires Project Engineers across wafer inspection, process control, and metrology product lines. Roles tied to specific tool families or yield management systems tend to have more defined technical scopes, which makes the specialty occupation argument clearer when your employer files the H-1B petition.
Use Migrate Mate to find open Project Engineer roles at KLA
KLA posts Project Engineer openings across multiple sites and product divisions, and positions fill quickly. Migrate Mate filters job listings by visa sponsorship history, so you can identify and apply to the most relevant openings without sorting through roles that won't support your status.
Request LCA details before accepting a written offer
Before signing, ask your KLA recruiter which DOL wage level the Labor Condition Application will list. Your offered salary must meet the prevailing wage for the specific role and work location, and mismatches discovered late can delay or complicate your H-1B filing.
Confirm CPT or OPT authorization covers your KLA internship scope
KLA frequently hires F-1 students into Project Engineer internships and co-ops. If your CPT or OPT authorization is tied to a specific major or program, verify it covers the engineering functions in your offer letter before your start date to avoid a work authorization gap.
Start PERM preparation early if KLA pursues Green Card sponsorship
For EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship, KLA's legal team must complete PERM recruitment before filing with DOL. That process takes several months on its own. Raise the Green Card conversation early in your employment so the timeline doesn't collide with H-1B status expiration.
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Does KLA sponsor H-1B visas for Project Engineers?
Yes, KLA sponsors H-1B visas for Project Engineer roles. KLA files petitions for engineering positions that meet the USCIS specialty occupation standard, which requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or materials science. If you're subject to the H-1B cap, your employer must enter you in the USCIS lottery, which runs once per fiscal year in March.
How do I apply for Project Engineer jobs at KLA?
Applications go through KLA's careers portal, where roles are listed by product division, site location, and job family. Project Engineer openings appear across KLA's semiconductor inspection, process control, and metrology divisions. You can also browse KLA's Project Engineer listings filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate, which helps you prioritize roles aligned with your work authorization situation before applying directly.
Which visa types does KLA commonly use for Project Engineer roles?
KLA sponsors H-1B visas for full-time Project Engineers and uses F-1 OPT and CPT for students in co-op or internship positions. TN visas are an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles. For longer-term employment, KLA supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process once an engineer has established tenure in the role.
What qualifications does KLA look for in Project Engineers?
KLA typically expects a bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science, or a closely related field. Hands-on experience with semiconductor process equipment, yield analysis, or tool qualification is a strong differentiator. Roles in KLA's inspection and metrology divisions often require familiarity with thin-film characterization, defect review, or process integration, depending on the product line you're targeting.
How long does the H-1B sponsorship process take at KLA?
Standard H-1B processing through USCIS takes four to six months after filing, which typically happens in April for an October 1 start date. Premium processing, which KLA may offer for certain roles, reduces USCIS adjudication to about 15 business days. The full timeline also includes the Labor Condition Application certification from DOL, which takes about seven business days and must be completed before the H-1B petition is filed.
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