Description

/Preferred Qualifications The RAPID division is the leading provider of reticle inspection solutions for the semiconductor industry. We provide inspection solutions to both the mask shops and the semiconductor fabs to ensure that lithography yields are consistently high, enabling cost-effective manufacturing. Join our fast-paced RAPID team as a hands-on, detail-driven Mechanical NPI Engineer! You'll play a key role in powering our high-volume manufacturing (HVM) success—leading the charge in transforming cutting-edge mechanical designs into scalable, production-ready solutions. This role is critical in ensuring mechanical components and assemblies meet performance, manufacturability, and cost targets throughout the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be passionate about continuous improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and fast iteration. Support sustaining activities for RAPID legacy systems, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to HVM operations

Manage and maintain multiple BOM configurations, including pre-release structuring, material readiness, and release to manufacturing

Drive end-of-life (EOL) component replacement strategies, ensuring proper configuration and integration into manufacturing BOMs

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (supply chain, manufacturing, quality, and design) to implement and validate mechanical changes

Build and maintain strong technical relationships with suppliers and vendors to support sourcing, qualification, and issue resolution

Ensure accurate and timely documentation through PLM systems, including ECOs and part releases

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in mechanical design, manufacturability, and cost optimization

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 Base Pay Range: $114,100.00 - $194,000.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLAKLA’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. 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 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 to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.