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 ICs, 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.

Purpose of the Role

As a Test Engineer, you will 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 and functional quality control.
• Recommend improvements to procedures and methods where deemed fit.
• Actively work as part of a team to overcome complex issues.
• Drive throughput of product to achieve deadlines and meet customer requirements.
• Record test data on Shop Floor Online software suite.
• Occasionally support the Product Groups in the development of new products.

Qualifications

For this role we are looking for someone who

• Has previous experience as a 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 and enjoys establishing and maintaining good working relationships with colleagues in their own and wider team.
• Can demonstrate great troubleshooting 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.

Minimum 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.
• Electrical background is required, with some mechanical and/or maintenance experience being advantageous.
• Applicants with prior experience within the semiconductor industry are desirable.

Benefits

• 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.
• Equal Opportunity Employer

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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