Lab Hardware Engineer

imec; Heverlee; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Imec in Leuven is seeking a Hardware Engineer to join the LABHW team. You will be responsible for the hardware lifecycle in the lab, from hands-on support to end-to-end ownership and improvements in hardware operations.

Join a collaborative environment where engineers, technicians and researchers work together to ensure reliable, safe and high-performance lab equipment. You will shape the hardware roadmap and guide technical staff.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with lab hardware preferred
• Ability to work across Engineers, Technicians and Researchers

Responsibilities

• Install, hook-up and commission lab equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues and implement interventions.
• Support and train lab users, and document procedures.
• Ensure quality, safety and performance of lab equipment.
• Collaborate with researchers and suppliers.
• Lead improvement initiatives and project work.
• Shape hardware roadmap and apply industry trends.

Job description

Imec is the world-leading research and innovation hub in nanoelectronics and digital technologies. The combination of our widely acclaimed leadership in microchip technology and profound software and ICT expertise is what makes us unique. To strengthen this position, we are looking for a Hardware Engineer to join our lab hardware team in Leuven.

The team

The LABHW team is part of imec's Lab Operations & Coordination Department and plays a key role in maintaining and supporting the hardware infrastructure used in our advanced research labs. The team delivers technical support to the R&D organization by ensuring reliable and efficient operation of lab equipment and test systems. We contribute directly to the success of many research programs in imec.

An important aspect of the lab is the day-to-day management and support of the lab hardware.

You will be part of a collaborative environment where engineers, technicians, and researchers work closely together to ensure reliable and efficient lab operations.

What you will do

You will contribute to the lab hardware lifecycle - from hands-on technical support to end-to-end ownership and improvement of hardware operations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the installation, hook-up, and commissioning of lab equipment.
• Performing or coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Troubleshooting hardware issues and executing interventions when needed.
• Supporting and guiding lab users, including training and documentation.
• Ensuring quality, safety, and performance of lab equipment.
• Collaborating closely with engineers, technicians, and researchers.
• Contributing to process improvements and operational efficiency.
• Supporting hardware selection and purchase processes.
• Acting as a technical point of contact for suppliers and R&D teams.
• Leading improvement initiatives or projects.
• Coaching and guiding technical staff.
• Shaping the hardware roadmap and applying industry trends.