Field Application Engineer

K-T G.M.B.H. Germany

Apply to this job
Yokohama, Japan Until 8/21/2026 First posted January 15, 2026 Last posted January 15, 2026
Job description

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Field Applications Engineer: Responsible for providing technical applications support for the development and implementation of KLA products in customer fabrication facilities. Presents on all aspects of products. Assists sales staff in assessing potential application of company products to meet customer needs. Prepares detailed product specifications. Implements detailed customer installation plans. Provides follow-up support in disseminating technical information on specific applications. Foreign language skills would be an advantage in this role. Developing new applications, use cases and best-known methods for increasing value of KLA products for customers. Must have analytical and complex problem-solving skills, be self-motivated and driven new applications, use cases and best-known methods for increasing value of KLA products for customers. Must have analytical and complex problem-solving skills, be self-motivated and driven to make a positive impact. Job responsibilities will include working with cross-functional teams to shape roadmap, Beta and eval closures. Must have excellent written and communication skills including delivering technical presentations with clarity. Experience in semiconductor fabrication industry and semiconductor processing is desirable. Knowledge of optics and machine learning concepts is desirable. Candidate must be willing to travel within JAPAN (>50%). Minimum Qualifications: BS degree in Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science. Native level Japanese language skill.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience; Bachelor's Level Degree and related work experience of 2 years

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.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons that are currently posing as KLA employees.  KLA never asks for any financial compensation to be considered for an interview, to become an employee, or for equipment. Further, KLA does not work with any recruiters or third parties who charge such fees either directly or on behalf of KLA. Please ensure that you have searched KLA’s Careers website for legitimate job postings.  KLA follows a recruiting process that involves multiple interviews in person or on video conferencing with our hiring managers.  If you are concerned that a communication, an interview, an offer of employment, or that an employee is not legitimate, please send an email to talent.acquisition@kla.com to confirm the person you are communicating with is an employee. We take your privacy very seriously and confidentially handle your information.

About this role

Summary

Provide technical support for KLA products in semiconductor fabrication, develop applications, and deliver technical presentations.

Job title

Field Application Engineer

Experience level

0-2 years

Industry

electronics

Location requirements

Yokohama, Japan; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

physicsJapaneseproblem-solvingcommunication

Preferred skills

semiconductor processingopticsmachine learning

Specializations

semiconductoropticsmachine learningapplications support
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan

Work arrangement unknown City