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Mechanical Design Engineer

KLA Corporation

Mechanical Design Engineer

full-timePosted: Aug 2, 2026Updated: Sep 1, 2026United Kingdom, Newport

Job Description

Company OverviewThe 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.Group/DivisionSPTS 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/Preferred QualificationsHere at KLA we design, develop, and manufacture high-tech machines for the global semiconductor market. Our Mechanical Design Engineer will be working as part of a small multi-disciplinary design team with primary responsibilities involving the mechanical design of semiconductor processing tools.Day to day responsibilities include:Designing 3D parts/assemblies using Solid Edge CADCreating/detailing 2D draft drawings using Solid Edge CADCreating engineering bills of materialsBill of material cost controlSupplier contactBuilding and testing prototypesLeading small projects from concept to implementationCollaborating with other teams across the companyKLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. For this role we are looking for someone who:Has experience in designing parts/assemblies and creating/detailing 2D draft drawings using Solid Edge CADIs experienced in design of machineryHas a proven experience in report writingHas a flexible work ethic, and be willing to work overtime if necessaryCan demonstrate analytical and fault-finding skillsCan use their own initiativeHad good communication skillsEnjoys working in a team environmentExperience in the following areas is desirable but not essential:A good understanding of Machinery safety regulations and EU harmonized standards including PL rating, Risk Assessments and CE markingPrevious experience of working in the semiconductor or hi-technology related industry would be advantageous. Design for manufactureCOMSOL multi physics simulation softwareSome appreciation of software developmentSome knowledge of ERP/PLM systemsExperience in complicated P & ID'sKnowledge of GD & TWhat we will offer you?KLA’s 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, life assurance, generous shift allowance and overtime premiums.Minimum QualificationsBachelors or Masters Degree and related work experienceWe 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 employerBe 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 talent.acquisition@kla.com to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

Locations

  • United Kingdom, Newport

Skills Required

  • ERP/PLM systemsintermediate
  • complicated P & ID'sintermediate
  • GD & Tintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors or Masters Degree and related work experience (experience)
  • 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. (experience)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Here at KLA we design, develop, and manufacture high-tech machines for the global semiconductor market. Our Mechanical Design Engineer will be working as part of a small multi-disciplinary design team with primary responsibilities involving the mechanical design of semiconductor processing tools. (experience)
  • A good understanding of Machinery safety regulations and EU harmonized standards including PL rating, Risk Assessments and CE marking (experience)
  • Previous experience of working in the semiconductor or hi-technology related industry would be advantageous. (experience)
  • Design for manufacture (experience)
  • COMSOL multi physics simulation software (experience)
  • Some appreciation of software development (experience)
  • Some knowledge of ERP/PLM systems (experience)
  • Experience in complicated P & ID's (experience)
  • Knowledge of GD & T (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Designing 3D parts/assemblies using Solid Edge CAD
  • Creating/detailing 2D draft drawings using Solid Edge CAD
  • Creating engineering bills of materials
  • Bill of material cost control
  • Supplier contact
  • Building and testing prototypes
  • Leading small projects from concept to implementation
  • Collaborating with other teams across the company

Benefits

  • general: 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, life assurance, generous shift allowance and overtime premiums.

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