Customer Support Engineer at KLA

Malta, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Semiconductor, ElectronicsIndustries

Requirements

  • Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; or Bachelor's Level Degree and 2 years related work experience
  • Willingness to travel 20% once trained

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate, analyze, diagnose and solve technical equipment problems via telephone or at customer site to ensure equipment improves customer production
  • Repair system level problems (with multiple causes and no standard procedures) at customer sites
  • Represent the company to the customer and assume accountability for customer happiness with service
  • Assure operational quality of system equipment
  • Coordinate actions with customers to minimize downtime
  • Provide assistance to Installation Engineer in resolving problems
  • Prepare field service reports on customer support activity and provide documentation to other supporting functions on recurring problems
  • Build positive relationships with customers and increase customer satisfaction by resolving sophisticated requests and issues
  • Develop and handle return materials authorization (RMA) processes for ensuring customer returns, exchanges, service and repairs are done with speed and accuracy, and resolve all client/customer service delivery issues
  • Execute technical critical issues with detailed problem statement and pass-down to work with system engineering technical team at customer site
  • Perform much of the job responsibilities in the office or at the customer site supporting various projects and initiatives

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

TroubleshootingTechnical DiagnosisOpticsImage ProcessingMotion ControlSemiconductor EquipmentCustomer Support

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What does the Customer Support Engineer role at KLA involve?

You will evaluate, analyze, diagnose and solve technical equipment problems via telephone or at customer site, repair system level problems, represent the company to the customer, and build positive relationships to increase customer satisfaction.

Is this a remote position or does it require travel?

The role involves work at customer sites and via telephone, indicating on-site visits are required in addition to remote support.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at KLA?

Life at KLA is exciting with teams thriving on tackling hard problems, a strong focus on innovation investing 15% of sales into R&D, and collaborative expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists, and problem-solvers.

What makes a strong candidate for this Customer Support Engineer role?

Strong candidates should have technical expertise to diagnose and repair complex equipment issues without standard procedures, excellent customer-facing skills to ensure customer happiness, and the ability to coordinate with customers to minimize downtime while handling RMAs accurately.

KLA

Provides process control and yield management solutions

About KLA

KLA provides process control and yield management solutions primarily for semiconductor manufacturers. The company offers advanced inspection tools, metrology systems, and computational analytics that help manufacturers identify and fix defects during production. This process enhances the quality and reliability of electronic devices, leading to higher production yields. KLA distinguishes itself from competitors by focusing on high-precision equipment and software that are essential for defect detection in semiconductor manufacturing. The company's goal is to promote sustainability by committing to using 100% renewable electricity in its operations by 2030.

Milpitas, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1975Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, EnergyIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Student Loan Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave

Risks

Emerging competition in solid-state battery technology may impact market share.
Rapid innovation in semiconductor processes may outpace KLA's current technology.
Potential delays in achieving renewable electricity goals could affect brand reputation.

Differentiation

KLA specializes in advanced inspection tools and metrology systems for semiconductors.
The company integrates computational analytics to enhance defect detection and yield management.
KLA is committed to sustainability, aiming for 100% renewable electricity by 2030.

Upsides

Rising demand for advanced inspection tools due to AI and IoT growth.
AI-driven predictive maintenance reduces downtime in semiconductor manufacturing.
Collaborations with cloud providers enhance data analytics and process optimization.

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