About the role#
We are looking for a Product Development Intern to join our team in Ann Arbor. You will focus on the design, development, and testing of electron beam instrumentation used in the semiconductor industry. This is a full-time, on-site role that offers hands-on experience in an R&D environment.
What you'll do#
- Develop methods and test plans to characterize electron beam subsystems, including sources and detectors.
- Operate and maintain vacuum chambers, pumps, valves, and related hardware.
- Design, set up, and run multi-disciplinary experiments.
- Analyze experimental data and write summary reports.
- Work with physical model simulations and correlate results with experimental data.
- Collaborate with engineers and scientists across the company.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field.
- A strong academic record.
- Experience with laboratory equipment and data acquisition systems.
- Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C++.
- Familiarity with CAD software like SolidWorks or AutoCAD, or simulation tools such as COMSOL or ANSYS.
- A basic understanding of vacuum systems, electron optics, high voltage electronics, or charged particle physics.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.
- Term: Rolling.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
About KLA
KLA manufactures equipment and provides services for the electronics industry. The company builds process control and process-enabling solutions used in the production of wafers, reticles, integrated circuits, and printed circuit boards. It employs over 17,000 people and maintains its headquarters in Milpitas, California. The organization operates as a public company.
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