Advanced Thin Films R&D Engineer – CVD Dielectrics & AI

Imec; Vlaams-Brabant; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

IMEC in Leuven, Belgium, invites applications for an R&D Thin Films Engineer to advance dielectric/metal thin films via CVD and develop advanced processes for next-generation semiconductor technologies.

The role requires a PhD in materials or related field, hands-on experience with CVD and deposition tools, and strong data analysis and English communication skills to collaborate across international teams and partners.

Qualifications

• Holds a Ph.D in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics.
• Working experience in research labs or semiconductor industry is an asset.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of CVD (plasma) for dielectrics and hands-on familiarity with deposition tools.
• Proficient in thin film characterization methods to evaluate dielectric/metal films.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced R&D environment with evolving technical challenges.
• Knowledge of AI tools and their implementation to solve complex problems is an asset.
• An effective team player and can easily integrate in an international, multidisciplinary research environment.
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility to switch between projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced thin-film processes (via CVD) for next-generation dielectrics.
• Design and execute experiments and analyze data to improve film quality and uniformity.
• Troubleshoot process-related issues and identify root causes using problem-solving methodologies and AI tools.
• Present technical findings to internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Contribute to imec program activities and collaborate with researchers, suppliers, and integration teams.

Skills

Experiment design

Data analysis

Team collaboration

English communication

Problem solving

Education

PhD in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics

Tools

CVD (plasma)

Deposition tool operation

Job description

IMEC in Leuven, Belgium, invites applications for an R&D Thin Films Engineer to advance dielectric/metal thin films via CVD and develop advanced processes for next-generation semiconductor technologies.

The role requires a PhD in materials or related field, hands-on experience with CVD and deposition tools, and strong data analysis and English communication skills to collaborate across international teams and partners.