FPGA Design Engineer

Electrical Engineering Intern

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. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. 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.

KLA is seeking a talented and motivated new college grad to fill this position within the Electrical Engineering group. Our designs employ cutting edge combination of low noise analog to highly complex digital signal circuits, which are enabling our leading technology in the advancing semiconductor industry.

The candidate will be responsible for implementing FPGA/digital designs for state of the art inspection/metrology tools.

Main job responsibilities would include:

• Responsible for designing the test benches for simulation, timing analysis/closure, FPGA functionality verification
• Designing, implementing, and debugging of FPGAs and firmware for embedded sensing and communications systems (cameras, sensors, motors etc.)
• Collaborate with the hardware and embedded software engineer to design FPGA Firmware for high-performance mixed-signal systems
• Define FPGA Firmware requirement specifications and develop design projects from concept design to production release
• Understand and capture the project specifications and performance requirements on board and system level. Adhere to project timelines and deliverables
• Write technical documentation that meets the defined quality standards as required

These tasks will require working with other engineering groups such as ME, OE, SW, systems and manufacturing engineers to ensure flawless integration and test at the subsystem and system level.

Skills required:

• Hands on experience with FPGA firmware designs
• Experience with Xilinx (preferred) or Intel/Altera FPGAs
• Proficiency in FPGA simulation tools such as VCS, Modelsim or equivalent
• Proficiency in FPGA design tools such as Vivado or equivalent
• Proficiency in Hardware description language such as Verilog or System Verilog
• Understand FPGA timing analysis and be enable to solve timing related issues
• Hands on experience with lab equipment such as logic analyzer, oscilloscope
• Solid knowledge of various protocols to interface different peripherals: PCIe, Aurora, DDR4, 10G, SPI, I2C, etc.
• The candidate must be motivated, self-driven, independent and to possess excellent oral and written communication skills to successfully collaborate with our accomplished engineering team.

KLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Level Degree and 0 years related work experience

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.