Facility Engineer

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.

Group/Division

The KLA Global Workplace Services (GWS) team is passionate about enabling the business goals and company culture through the delivery of workplace environments and services that foster teamwork, innovation and productivity. Our team runs a worldwide portfolio of over 3 million square feet, 135 sites and over 12,000 employees. In addition to ensuring the workspace and manufacturing facilities operate seamlessly, this group also provides employee and site services, such as cafeteria, transportation, security, and safety. The team is responsible for all construction and site improvement work to enable the business needs as well as align with the financial requirements.

Job Description

Facilities Operations and Management

• Lead the planning, be hands-on construction supervision and maintenance of facilities, equipment, and buildings, include clean room, labs, training room, data center, warehouse, and offices.
• Design and lifecycle management of all facilities and equipment.
• Develop and maintain workspace (clean room, lab & offices) that builds a work environment enabling collaboration, innovation, productivity, and destination of choice.
• Ensure high level of service for transportation, pantry, and other services.
• Ensure all facilities meet established environmental and safety control requirements in partnership with Asia EHS team
• Lead all aspects of building space allocation and layout, communication services and facilities expansion.
• Lead office access and security control in partnership with Asia Regional Security lead.
• Collaborate with the business continuity team on disaster preparedness policies and procedures.
• Manage the portfolio KPIs, space utilization rate and budget spend.
• Lead and implement Integrated Facility Management outsourced for India.

Space Planning and Projects

• Develop space roadmaps for cleanroom, lab, and offices to meet business needs.
• Lead site planning and design for new building construction, remodels, cleanroom, and lab installs, capacity planning, space planning, and engineering.
• Develop and manage budget/timeline for projects.

Real Estate Management

• Drive proactive planning and management of the Korea real estate portfolio and leases.
• Manage the site selection, negotiate, and execute lease agreements.

Vendor Management

• Lead oversight of the performance of service providers, contractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Partner with Indirect Procurement to select and manage vendors for construction and operations based on procurement guidelines and standards.

Data Analytics

• Compile market data, forecast, budget, and other analysis to support real estate investment opportunities.
• Create and benchmark industrial peers’ key operational and service levels KPIs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Level Degree (Mechanical/Electrical Preferred) with at least 5 years of experience.

• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with business groups and align with company’s goals and objectives.

• Deep understanding of real estate and facilities ecosystem: strategic sourcing, supply chain management, people management, facilities management, lease transaction management, design, construction, and project management.

• Experience in leading country level network of sites, including knowledge Korea and international commercial real estate markets and regulations from proposal to build.

• Held position(s) in relevant or manufacturing environments.

• Strong communication and presentation skills with senior leaders.

• Proficient with organizing and using data and financial analyses support and influence decision-making.

• English proficiency written and spoken

• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.

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