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.

The Global Service Support Organization (GSS) team headquartered in Milpitas, CA is our service organization that consists of Service Sales and Marketing, Spares Supply Chain management, Field Operations, Engineering, Product Training, and Technical Support. The GSS organization partners with our field teams and customers in all business sectors to maintain the high performance and productivity of our products through a flexible portfolio of services. Our comprehensive services include: proactive management of tools to identify and improve performance; expertise in optics, image processing and motion control with worldwide service engineers, 24/7 technical support teams and knowledge management systems; and an extensive parts network to ensure worldwide availability of parts.

Job Description

The Customer Support Engineer (CSE) is primarily responsible for customer service activities that are associated with updating, troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing highly complex capital equipment at customer sites. The Customer Service Engineer represents the company to the customer and assumes accountability for customer satisfaction with service. The CSE assures the operational quality of the system equipment and coordinates actions with customers to minimize down-time and may provide assistance to Installation Engineers in resolving problems.

*** Position is based in Dresden ***

YOUR MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for customer service activities associated with updating, troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing of highly complex capital equipment at customer sites.
• Represents the company to the customer and assumes accountability for customer satisfaction with service.
• Assures operational quality of system equipment.
• Coordinates actions with customers to minimize down time.
• May provide assistance to Installation Engineers in resolving problems.
• Domestic and international travel is required on a regular basis.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• Certified engineer or degree from advanced technical school or work experience of ~3 years.
• Ability to understand and solve problems in software, electronics, optics, mechanical, electro-mechanical and/or electro-optical systems to address on site customer problems.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Great customer relations and collaboration skills within a multi-cultural environment.
• Fluent in English and German language is a must.
• Full driver’s license (Class B).

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Dynamic job in the Semiconductor Industry.
• Great team to work with in Dresden.
• Team events (e.g. family summer event, Christmas party).
• We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package.
• Variable compensation components, e.g. participation in company stock purchase plan.
• Permanent full-time employment.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Extensive initial and guaranteed further training.
• 30 days of vacation.

CALL TO ACTION:

Please click the “Apply” button or for questions beforehand get in touch with our Human Resource Specialist Ms. Susann Salzmann via phone +49 (0) 351 8280252 or e-mail ( susann.salzmann@kla-tencor.com ).

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.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer