Electrical Test Engineer in Newport

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 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.

Job Description

We design, develop, and manufacture high‑tech capital equipment for the global semiconductor markets. This role will be based in Celtic Lakes. Our new 237,000‑square‑foot Newport facility provides additional production and customer collaboration spaces, including 25,000 square feet of R&D clean rooms, 35,000 square feet of state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing space and tool demo areas, all designed to support development of semiconductor process technologies across advanced packaging, power devices, microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), radio frequency (RF) and photonics sector technology.

Our Test Engineers are a part of a team who ensure we meet the required quality standard across the full range of our SPTS single‑wafer products and help the company meet our customers’ requirements and expectations!

Purpose of the role

As a Test Engineer you’ll be part of a team that handles, integrates and tests modules to set test procedures, ensuring that our high standards are adhered to and any defects or quality issues are identified and rectified in real time. Your day to day responsibilities will include:

• Installation of modular semiconductor equipment or fully integrated systems.
• Testing of live equipment to set specifications (3 phase, single phase, pneumatic and fluid power).
• Electrical and mechanical fault‑finding down to component level.
• Cosmetic/functional quality control.
• Recommending improvements to procedures and methods where deemed fit.
• Actively working as part of a team to overcome complex issues.
• Driving throughput of product to achieve deadlines and meet our customer requirements.
• Recording test data on Shop Floor Online software suite.
• Occasionally supporting the Product Groups in the development of new products.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. For this role we are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience as an Electrical Test Engineer or similar role with familiarity of electromechanical products.
• Can work to timescales and deadlines.
• Possesses excellent analytical and fault‑finding skills, with the ability to utilise electrical and mechanical schematics to rectify faults and defects.
• Has the ability to work using their own initiative.
• Demonstrates strong communication – You’ll enjoy establishing and maintaining good working relationships with colleagues in your own and wider team.
• Can demonstrate great trouble‑shooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Is computer literate.
• Can work to our current shift patterns of Monday to Friday 6am to 2pm (week 1) and 2pm to 10pm (week 2). A shift premium payment applies for any shifts worked.

Your experience:

• Minimum of HNC / HND qualified in Electrical, Electronic Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Exposure to or experience in a manufacturing and/or shop‑floor environment.
• Clean room experience is desired.
• An Electrical background is required, with some mechanical and/or maintenance experience being advantageous.
• Applicants who have prior experience within the semiconductor industry would be desirable.

What we will offer you?

This position offers an excellent opportunity for Engineers who are looking to establish a career in a fast‑growing, award‑winning company with a clearly defined career development path. 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 Qualifications

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.