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R&D Engineer at imec in Leuven, BelgiumJob Description:
Work location: Leuven, BelgiumAs an R&D Engineer within the Applications Engineering team, you will play a key role in advancing next-generation semiconductor manufacturing technologies through strategic collaborations with imec and industry-leading partners. You will drive cutting-edge development programs in advanced filtration and contamination control, helping accelerate innovation and position Entegris as a trusted technology partner for the semiconductor industry.
This unique opportunity is based at imec, one of the world's leading research and innovation hubs for nanoelectronics and digital technologies, where you will collaborate directly with renowned industry experts and research teams while representing Entegris on-site.
In this role you will:
- Lead and execute joint development projects with imec and external partners focused on advanced filtration technologies and microenvironment contamination control solutions.
- Design, plan, and conduct experiments that support new product development and generate meaningful performance data.
- Utilize imec’s world-class infrastructure and technical capabilities to evaluate and validate emerging solutions for the semiconductor market.
- Partner closely with the CTO organization, Business Units, Product Management, and global R&D teams to ensure successful project execution and alignment.
- Communicate technical findings through internal reviews, customer and partner engagements, and scientific publications.
- Build and strengthen strategic relationships with research institutions and industry collaborators.
- Monitor semiconductor technology trends and translate insights into opportunities that support innovation, business growth, and market leadership.
Traits we believe make a strong candidate:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline with a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in R&D, semiconductor technology, or advanced materials environments.
- Or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline with a minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in R&D, semiconductor technology, or advanced materials environments.
- Knowledge of semiconductor fabrication processes, chemical manufacturing, wet etch technologies, lithography processes, and associated materials.
- Understanding of integrated circuit manufacturing, semiconductor equipment, and industry trends is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to draw data-driven conclusions and communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
- Excellent relationship-building and collaboration skills, with a passion for identifying new opportunities and creating value through partnerships.
- Ability to work effectively in an international environment and meet the requirements for international assignments.
- Comfortable working in cleanroom environments while following required gowning procedures.
Your success will be measured by:
- Delivering project milestones, testing activities, and sampling schedules on time and with high quality.
- Building productive partnerships with imec, industry collaborators, and internal stakeholders to drive innovation and business impact.
- Generating valuable technical insights and data that support successful product development and commercialization efforts.
- Demonstrating strong teamwork, ownership, and alignment with Entegris values while achieving project goals.
- Contributing to Entegris' reputation as a leader in advanced purity and contamination control solutions through high-impact technical results and collaboration.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field with minimum 5 years relevant R&D or semiconductor experience
- Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field with minimum 3 years relevant R&D or semiconductor experience
- Knowledge of semiconductor fabrication processes and integrated circuit manufacturing
- Experience with wet etch technologies and lithography processes
- Experience with advanced filtration technologies and contamination control in semiconductor environments
- Comfortable working in cleanroom environments and following gowning procedures
- Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly
- Excellent relationship-building and collaboration skills for partnering with research institutions and industry
- Understanding of semiconductor equipment and industry trends
- Ability to work effectively in an international environment and meet requirements for international assignments
Entegris Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Entegris and has not been reviewed or approved by Entegris.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive or slightly above industry standards in several roles, with some calling compensation very fair or great. Feedback suggests overtime opportunities in certain manufacturing roles further enhance earnings.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a strong company 401(k) match and additional savings vehicles that employees value. Feedback suggests these offerings meaningfully bolster total compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off policies are described as good, with PTO that can increase with tenure and unlimited PTO available in some roles. Paid parental leave and holidays add to the overall breadth.
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What We Do
Artificial intelligence, augmented reality, Internet of Things – these are not just trends, they are drivers changing the way people live across the globe. With these new drivers and the increasing speed of innovation, there comes an expectation for higher-quality, higher-performing technologies at a faster pace. Every day, and for more than 50 years, Entegris’ singular mission has been to help customers utilize our advanced science-based solutions to support demand drivers; to innovate faster and more efficiently; and ultimately to transform the world. Through the power of our solutions and technology expertise, Entegris provides customers with innovative, science-based solutions to their toughest technology challenges. Headquartered in Billerica, Massachusetts, Entegris employs approximately 5,800 people worldwide, with roughly half employed in Asia-Pacific or Europe. With research and development, customer service, analytical labs, and manufacturing in Asia-Pacific, North America and Europe, Entegris supports customers around the globe as they take technology to the next level.
