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 ICs and power semiconductors. SPTS is part of KLA Corporation which develops industry‑leading equipment and services that enable innovation throughout the electronics industry. KLA provides 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, expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem‑solvers design solutions that move the world forward.
Group / Division
With over 40 years of semiconductor process control experience, chipmakers around the globe rely on KLA to ensure that their fabs ramp next‑generation devices to volume production quickly and cost‑effectively. Enabling the movement towards advanced chip design, KLA’s Global Products Group (GPG), responsible for creating all of KLA’s metrology and inspection products, is looking for software engineers, application development engineers, and senior product technology process engineers. Central Engineering is KLA’s largest engineering organization comprised of 9 Centers‑of‑Excellence in various disciplines applied across all product groups in the company.
Job Description
KLA is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Central Engineering team based in Newport, Wales, UK. This role is ideal for someone early in their engineering career who is motivated to learn, grow, and contribute to real‑world, high‑impact engineering work.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary team tackling complex challenges in vacuum system technology across multiple product platforms. With guidance from experienced engineers, you’ll develop hands‑on skills in mechanical design, CAD modelling, testing, and problem‑solving while supporting the development of next‑generation KLA tools.
Key Responsibilities
- Support project teams with the design and development of mechanical components and sub‑systems for vacuum platforms
- Create and maintain 3D CAD models and engineering drawings, following established standards and best practices
- Assist with vacuum calculations and basic engineering analyses to help ensure system designs meet requirements
- Take part in design reviews, learning how to incorporate feedback and improve design quality
- Help evaluate new materials and components for use in ultra‑high vacuum (UHV) and ultra‑clean vacuum (UCV) environments
- Support laboratory testing, inspection, and validation activities, including work in cleanroom or controlled environments
- Assist with quality checks of incoming parts from suppliers to confirm they meet specifications
- Contribute to clear, well‑organised engineering documentation
- Collaborate with colleagues across engineering, manufacturing and supplier teams in a supportive, inclusive environment
- Receive mentoring, training and ongoing feedback to build confidence and technical capability as your career develops
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline or equivalent experience
- Experience with 3D CAD modelling tools (experience with PTC Creo/Pro‑Engineer is a plus, but not required)
- Understanding of engineering drawings and introductory knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Foundational knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, materials and manufacturing processes
- Interest in precision engineering, vacuum systems or high‑technology hardware development
- Willingness to learn analytical methods such as thermal, fluid or structural analysis with support from senior team members
- Comfortable working in laboratory or cleanroom environments
- Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
- Ability to work well within a diverse, multi‑disciplinary and multicultural team
Desirable Experience
- Internship, placement year or academic project experience in mechanical design or hardware development
- Exposure to vacuum technology, semiconductor equipment or clean manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with engineering analysis or simulation tools
Additional Information
- Occasional travel may be required to collaborate with other KLA sites or suppliers (up to 25%)
- We support early‑career development through structured onboarding, mentoring and learning opportunities
Benefits
- Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays)
- Contributory pension scheme
- Global bonus plan
- Cash health plan
- Cycle to work scheme
- Share scheme
- Rewards scheme
- Life assurance
KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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