Mechanical Design Engineer

4 weeks ago


Newport, United Kingdom KLA Full time
Company Overview

The SPTS division of KLA, designs, manufactures and markets wafer processing solutions for the global semiconductor and related industries. SPTS provides industry leading etch and deposition process technologies on a range of single wafer handling platforms. End-market applications include micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS), advanced packaging, LED, high speed RF device IC’s and power semiconductors. SPTS is part of KLA Corporation which develops industry-leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry. We provide advanced process control and process-enabling solutions for manufacturing wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. In close collaboration with leading customers across the globe, our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers design solutions that move the world forward.

Job Description

KLA's Global Products Group (GPG), which is responsible for creating all of KLA's metrology and inspection products, is looking for the best Mechanical Design Engineers to join us here in Newport, UK.

Purpose of the role

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer who is hands on, highly motivated, and a team player. The candidate will be engaged during the entire product lifecycle, from prototype to productization, and play a decisive role in the mechanical design and qualification of future KLA products.

The engineer will support the design, building, and qualification of a wide range of KLA equipment front end modules (EFEMs) and integrated components. The candidate will be expected to provide solutions to tooling, test fixtures, and prototypes for the purpose of concept validation and risk.

Your day to day responsibilities will include:
  • Responsible for the complete mechanical design process, including requirements specification, feasibility studies, cost management, and scheduling.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams to determine design requirements, implement best design practices, and achieve functional product design solution.
  • Design mechanical components in CREO Parametric 3D - Pro/E CAD software.
  • Conduct or direct CFD and FEA analyses to optimize Semiconductor Equipment airflow requirements, and mechanical design.
  • Reduce 3D mechanical designs to 2D drawing and proper application of mechanical tolerancing/GD&T to achieve desired fit and functionality of manufactured parts.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to develop components and sub-system assemblies that will expedite product development timeline.
  • Work closely with suppliers to ensure parts and assemblies are built per design, and cost and schedule requirements are achieved.
  • Participate in entire design/build cycle, including design, 3D CAD modeling, design review presentations, 2D drawing generation, procurement of prototype parts, system integration, and prototype testing.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Holds Degree level qualification in Engineering or related subject (or have equivalent level of experience)
  • Experience in CREO Parametric 3D MCAD - Pro/E software.
  • Demonstrate ownership of both project level and task level work, comfortable to lead and drive mechanical design projects.
  • Candidate will ideally have experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, including design principles, materials selection, and fabrication/machining methods.
  • Experience with 2D drafting and tolerance analysis.
  • Experience in several of these areas is desirable: CFD airflow analysis; FEA analysis; Design for manufacture (DFM); Design of welded sheet metal structures and frames; Measurement instrumentation, testing and data acquisition; Programming in Python, C/C++/C# and/or MATLAB.


What we will offer you?

KLA benefits package includes:

Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays), contributory pension scheme, cash health plan, cycle to work scheme, global bonus plan, share scheme, rewards scheme and life assurance.

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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