# Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Hiring organization: [KLA-Tencor](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/kla-tencor)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/1b734c8f-7b98-4efe-94fb-00dba6217843

Listed on KLA-Tencor's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Milpitas, CA
- Salary: 117800 – 200300 USD per year

## Summary

KLA's RAPID division is hiring a senior mechanical engineer to design precision inspection systems for semiconductor manufacturing equipment. This role suits an experienced engineer who can own complex projects from concept through production, balancing technical rigor with practical manufacturability in a fast-paced environment.

_Our summary, not KLA-Tencor's wording._

## Skills named

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Structural Analysis, Vibration Analysis

## Required

- PhD in Mechanical Engineering with 2+ years experience, or Master's with 4+ years, or Bachelor's with 5+ years
- Strong expertise in at least two of: structural/FEA analysis, modal and vibration analysis, thermal engineering, or fluid flow/CFD
- Experience designing mechanical systems
- Proficiency with CAD assemblies and detailed drawings
- Experience documenting manufacturing, installation, and service procedures
- Demonstrated ability to own complex engineering problems and deliver solutions

## Nice to have

- Experience with semiconductor capital equipment or similar high-complexity hardware systems
- Familiarity with vibration damping and isolation techniques
- Knowledge of precision engineering, GD&T, and tolerance stack-up
- Understanding of manufacturing processes including machining, sheet metal, and welding
- Track record leading projects from concept through manufacturing release

Apply on KLA-Tencor's site: https://kla.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Search/job/Milpitas-CA/Sr-Mechanical-Engineer_2638378