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.

Group/Division

SPTS wafer processing solutions include market-leading silicon etch, dielectric etch, dry-release etch, PVD, PECVD and molecular vapor deposition (MVD®), available with a range of wafer-handling options applicable to R&D, pilot production, or volume production environments. SPTS is headquartered and has its main manufacturing facility in Newport, UK, with additional manufacturing in Allentown, Pennsylvania. SPTS operates across 19 countries in Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and offers comprehensive service and spare parts support through a worldwide network of service centers and qualified local agents.

Job Description

Primary Purpose of Role

To provide on site service support and equipment installation for current and future production customers worldwide, with the aim of improving customer satisfaction.

Key Tasks

To provide service support to customers encompassing system commissioning, system breakdowns and preventative maintenance support.To generate a close working relationship with the customers in the region to enable the company to sell its product portfolio.Provision of feedback, in the approved format, enabling the pro-active identification of product and business process improvements.Timely completion of all field visit reports (expenses, field returns etc)Such other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time.

Qualification and/or ExperienceRelevant qualifications equivalent to HNC/D or degree level in electronicsField service experience within the semiconductor field or other capital equipment arena.

Travel requirements

Extensive international travel

Competencies (Skills, Aptitudes, and Behavioural Abilities)

Electronic fault finding to component level would be a distinct advantageExperience of PLC’s and legacy operating systemsExperience of three phase voltagesExcellent communication and customer interfacing skillsGood organisational skillsAn adaptable approach to working hours, locations and conditions.A flexible approach to work responsibilities, enabling both independent and team working.Ability to work alone or unsupervised for extended period of time, often in difficult conditionsA systematic and logical approach to problem solvingMust be adaptable and willing to travel internationally to support the customer.

Minimum Qualifications

Relevant qualifications equivalent to HNC/D or degree level in electronics

Relevant field service experience within the semiconductor field or other capital equipment arena

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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