Senior Optical Sensing Engineer

Introduction to the job

The Senior Optical Sensing Engineer will be responsible for the development of one or more metrology subsystems that measure and control the production of light in the extreme ultraviolet (EUV) source for next generation photolithography tools. These metrology systems use a variety of optical and electronic measurement techniques to accomplish their function. The engineer will provide specifications and technical guidance to the team of design engineer throughout the product development cycle. Engineering tasks will include design, development, testing, troubleshooting, and integration of the metrology subsystem(s). In addition, the engineer will provide technical leadership to the project, our suppliers, as well as supporting our customers’ technical needs.

Role and responsibilities

• Responsible for metrology definition and engineering design of one or more subsystems.

• Leads the development and integration of innovative metrology system solutions to enable stable and efficient production of EUV for both research and product development.

• Coordinate or execute the testing process and design verification in lab test bench and cleanroom fabrication environment

• Develops specifications for light emitting or light sensing opto-electronic modules in accordance with system requirements and cross-functional requirements.

• Investigates the feasibility of applying scientific and mathematical design principles and concepts to potential inventions and products.  

• Plans and executes laboratory research pertaining to metrology design and validation in lab and cleanroom fabrication environment

• Works with a cross-functional team to support the development, manufacturing, and integration of innovative core technologies into engineering solutions.

• Communicates status reports, issues, and next steps across various functional disciplines.

• Applies broad knowledge in optics, sensors, electronics, algorithms, software, and data analysis tools to drive metrology system improvements to enable continuously increased EUV power and system availability.

• Leads and performs integration activities including troubleshooting the control system, developing and executing test plans, to ensure the system functions as designed in the EUV light source.

• Leads the design and building of tools that allow debugging, analysis, and performance evaluation of metrology system performance.  Leads the root cause analysis for metrology system failures during escalations in products for integration and research.

• Documents work results with system requirements, design specifications, procedures, and training materials.

• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Education and experience

• 4 years’ experience with a PhD.

• 8+ years’ experience with a Master’s degree.

• 12+ years’ experience with a Bachelor’s degree.

• Ideal candidate usually possesses degree in optics, photonics, electronics, physics, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, or imaging sciences.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of clearly explain technical issues and ideas to peers and scientists of other disciplines, as well as management and customers.

• Hands-on experience with optical alignment processes and tools, laser systems, and building signal detection and processing systems is required.

• Experience with data analysis and visualization using advanced data analysis tools (e.g. MATLAB, Python) is required.

• Experience with signal chain processing and opto-electronics systems is highly desirable.

• Experience with modeling optical and opto-mechanical systems using optical design and analysis software (e.g. Zemax) is a plus.

• Experience with mechanical design software e.g. NX is a plus.

• Experience with supplier engagement is highly desirable.

• Experience with semiconductor capital equipment industry is a plus.

• Experience with advanced data acquisition and analysis tools (e.g. LabView) is a plus.

• Able to troubleshoot failures in a complex system.

• Able to propose and experimentally and/or theoretically validate innovative solutions to technical problems.

• Able to convert an innovative idea into an engineering and practical solution.

• Able to develop and review theoretical models and concepts.

• Able to validate concepts through breadboard builds and analysis.

• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Skills

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

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

• Goals generally communicated in project "objectives" terms. Work is independent and collaborative in nature. Provides regular updates to manager on project/account status.

Solid theoretical and experimental background in some or all of:

• Sensors and/or detectors, especially camera systems.

• Image and Signal Processing.

• Optical design and analysis on imaging systems.

• High speed electronics.

• Laser optics.

Other information

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EOE AA M/F/Veteran/Disability

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$141,750-236,250

Pay scales are determined by role, level, location and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors that that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and pay relative to other team members.

Diversity and inclusion

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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