Materials Engineer

Introduction to the Job

ASML is seeking Materials Engineers to join our Wilton, Connecticut location in the Reticle Handler, Mechatronics and Defectivity (RHMD) department. Within ASML, the Development and Engineering (D&E) sector is responsible for the specification and design of ASML products. The RHMD department is responsible for creating the perfect environment within the vacuum reticle modules in cutting edge Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machines. We take many approaches, such as designing the gas flow in vacuum, choosing the correct materials and designing cleanliness processes.

Role and Responsibilities

You will take the lead to specify, design, develop, realize, integrate and test (sub-)modules/tools, in cooperation with other disciplines and suppliers, within the limits of system specifications, costs and project planning, to ensure the timely realization of (sub-)modules as part of competitive, achievable and serviceable products.

As a Materials Engineer, you will:

• Have a strong background in one or more areas of interest to the RHMD Project:
  • Materials science and engineering/nanotechnology background
  • Tribology, wear resistance of coatings and materials
  • Plasma physics, electrostatics and materials compatibility
  • Small particle behavior in gas flows and high vacuum
  • Chemistry of surfaces and vacuum grade cleanliness
• Experience with instrumentation and interpretation used to study nano-scale particles (e.g. SEM, EDX, AES, SIMS, AFM, optical/confocal microscopy, etc.)
• Basic experience with material behavior predictive modeling and methods, including "first principles" engineering equations and other techniques
• Strong skills in proof of concept development and design of experiments for a wide range of project needs
• Demonstrated ability to derive conclusions from analysis and to make practical recommendations
• Strong technical writing and communication skills, including the ability to present results based on strong statistical evidence to audiences of a wide range of technical abilities
• Take direction from ASML System Architects and Senior Engineering mentors who are leading the development effort of critical large capital equipment
• Exposure to multi-disciplinary projects (e.g. robotics, mechatronics, optical systems, etc.) preferred but not required
• Be an advocate on behalf of reducing particulate contamination in hardware designs
• Some travel (up to 10%) within the US and internationally can be expected

Education and Experience

To help us tackle the technical challenges we face, you will need experience working on high-tech products and with complex processes.

As a Material Engineer, you will need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering or related degree with a focus on material behavior and 3 years of experience

OR

• Master's Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering or related degree with a focus on material behavior and 1 year of experience

OR

• PHD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering or related degree with a focus on material behavior

Skills

Working at the cutting edge of tech, you will always have new challenges and new problems to solve - and working together is the only way do that. You will not work in a silo. Instead, you will be part of a creative, dynamic work environment where you will collaborate with supportive colleagues. There is always space for creative and unique points of view. You will have the flexibility and trust to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems.

To thrive in this job, you will need the following skills:

• Solid theoretical and practical experience with precision machined parts, optics or mechatronics, ideally in the semiconductor industry
• Experience with measurement tools and design of experiments

Other Information

• This position is located on-site in Wilton, Connecticut. It requires onsite presence to attend in-person work-related events, trainings and meetings and to further ensure teamwork, collaboration and innovation
• A flexible workplace arrangement may be available to employees working in roles conducive to remote work (up to 2 days a week)

This position may require access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. * 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require the Company to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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