Job Description
Job description
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
At KLA we design, develop, and manufacture high-tech capital equipment for the global semiconductor industry. Based at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Newport, South Wales this role presents the opportunity to work with innovative technology and learn precision automated manufacturing processes!
This is an exciting role for a Manufacturing Design Engineer to be focused on the design and development of improvements to product and processes to support manufacturing growth, new products, and continuous improvement projects!
Within this team, the Manufacturing Design Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring manufacturing and its support teams are planning and completing work to the correct specifications, in the most efficient way possible.
In this role you will be responsible for yield improvement, process control and documentation control. It is expected that the Manufacturing Design Engineer improves yield by collecting build data, analyse it and put corrective actions in place to prevent yield loss.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
• Maintain tooling and equipment by arranging calibration, safety check, and regular control.
• Release, update and control of working instructions, part specifications and BOM.
• Assist and sign off assemblers.
• Resolve incoming material issues.
• Analysis of customer returns (RMA), define root cause and preventive actions.
• Introduce new variants or processed to the production line.
• Resolve any issues with products build on manufacturing floor.
• Interact with suppliers regarding the turnkey items’ quality and issues.
• Interact with Engineering team to ensure a smooth transition of the new product from Engineering to Manufacturing.
Minimum Qualifications
• Holds a Degree in Physics, Material, Mechanical or Electronics or have an equivalent level of experience.
• Experience in controlling either of four processes: die attach, wire bond, soldering or mechanical assembly.
• Experience in developing or updating working instructions and BOM.
• Knowledge of sourcing tooling, equipment, and parts for manufacturing.
• Has established regular process control and data tracking.
• Experience in yield data analysis and report.
• Demonstrated success leading quality improvement in production line.
• Has had exposure to quality control systems.
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment ideally within the semiconductor industry.
What will we offer you?
This position offers an excellent opportunity for people who are looking to establish a career in a fast-growing, award-winning company in the Semiconductor manufacturing industry!
KLA benefits include - 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
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 [email protected] to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.
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
At KLA we design, develop, and manufacture high-tech capital equipment for the global semiconductor industry. Based at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Newport, South Wales this role presents the opportunity to work with innovative technology and learn precision automated manufacturing processes!
This is an exciting role for a Manufacturing Design Engineer to be focused on the design and development of improvements to product and processes to support manufacturing growth, new products, and continuous improvement projects!
Within this team, the Manufacturing Design Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring manufacturing and its support teams are planning and completing work to the correct specifications, in the most efficient way possible.
In this role you will be responsible for yield improvement, process control and documentation control. It is expected that the Manufacturing Design Engineer improves yield by collecting build data, analyse it and put corrective actions in place to prevent yield loss.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
• Maintain tooling and equipment by arranging calibration, safety check, and regular control.
• Release, update and control of working instructions, part specifications and BOM.
• Assist and sign off assemblers.
• Resolve incoming material issues.
• Analysis of customer returns (RMA), define root cause and preventive actions.
• Introduce new variants or processed to the production line.
• Resolve any issues with products build on manufacturing floor.
• Interact with suppliers regarding the turnkey items’ quality and issues.
• Interact with Engineering team to ensure a smooth transition of the new product from Engineering to Manufacturing.
Minimum Qualifications
• Holds a Degree in Physics, Material, Mechanical or Electronics or have an equivalent level of experience.
• Experience in controlling either of four processes: die attach, wire bond, soldering or mechanical assembly.
• Experience in developing or updating working instructions and BOM.
• Knowledge of sourcing tooling, equipment, and parts for manufacturing.
• Has established regular process control and data tracking.
• Experience in yield data analysis and report.
• Demonstrated success leading quality improvement in production line.
• Has had exposure to quality control systems.
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment ideally within the semiconductor industry.
What will we offer you?
This position offers an excellent opportunity for people who are looking to establish a career in a fast-growing, award-winning company in the Semiconductor manufacturing industry!
KLA benefits include - 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
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 [email protected] to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Manufacturing Design Engineer position is now open for candidates interested in the Manufacturing Jobs sector. This role in Newport offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Manufacturing Jobs is a plus.
