Lead Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Lead Electrical Engineer in the Central Engineering team based in Newport, Wales, UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and document circuits for new projects.
• Lead Design Reviews with multi-functional teams.
• Select and detail new parts. Request quotations and place orders for prototype and pre‑production builds.
• Work closely with and manage suppliers to ensure all design requirements are specified and achieved.
• Address and resolve product issues through the product lifecycle phases.
• Develop the assembly procedures (Operational Method Sheets) for new assemblies, so the prototype assembly proceeds smoothly.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or a related discipline) or hold equivalent level of qualification.
• Strong documentation skills, with knowledge of AutoCAD, Visio, Excel, and other Microsoft365 tools.
• Experience in system‑level Electrical Design Engineering with power distribution and communication circuits.
• The candidate must be a self‑motivated engineer with the ability to multi‑task and work independently as part of a team.
• You will also have the inherent desire to expand their knowledge through self‑study and continuing education and training.
• Strong communication skills are needed for extensive interaction with vendors and team members.

Desirable Experience

• Development and installation experience with safety circuits.
• Semiconductor‑industry experience is a plus (knowledge of SEMI standards).
• Familiarity with mains supply safety and design protocols. Familiarity with regulatory compliance is a plus.
• PLC implementation and programming skills are a plus.
• Ability to diagnose problems and hands‑on problem‑solving experience for sophisticated electrical subsystems.
• Enjoy working on leading‑edge technologies.

Additional Information

• Travel up to 25% with the ability to be flexible for domestic and international travel based on business needs.
• We support early‑career development through structured onboarding, mentoring, and learning opportunities.

Benefits Package Includes

Annual leave starting at 25 days (plus bank holidays), contributory pension scheme, global bonus plan, cash health plan, cycle to work scheme, share scheme, rewards scheme, and life assurance.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or a related discipline) or hold equivalent level of qualification.

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.