Lab Hardware Engineer — Research Lab Ops & Innovation

Imec; Vlaams-Brabant; Remote; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-competitive salary

Open, multicultural environment

Job summary

imec is seeking a Lab Hardware Engineer in Leuven, Belgium. You will contribute to the hardware lifecycle, handling hands-on support and end-to-end ownership of lab equipment and test systems.

You’ll collaborate with researchers and technicians to ensure reliable operation and drive improvements. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electronics engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience, with hands-on experience on wafer probers or lab instruments.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering (preferably Electronics) with 5+ years in electronics or semiconductor.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment and test systems.
• Proven ability to document procedures and train others.

Responsibilities

• Support lab hardware lifecycle from hands-on maintenance to end-to-end ownership.
• Install, hook-up, and commission lab equipment; coordinate preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot hardware issues and perform interventions as needed.
• Support and guide lab users; provide training and documentation.
• Ensure quality, safety, and performance of equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and researchers; drive improvements.
• Support hardware selection and purchase processes; engage with suppliers.
• Lead improvement initiatives or projects; coach technical staff.
• Shape hardware roadmap and apply industry trends.

Skills

Electronics

Wafer probers

Documentation

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Engineering degree (Electronics)

Tools

Excel

Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

imec is seeking a Lab Hardware Engineer in Leuven, Belgium. You will contribute to the hardware lifecycle, handling hands-on support and end-to-end ownership of lab equipment and test systems.

You’ll collaborate with researchers and technicians to ensure reliable operation and drive improvements. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electronics engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience, with hands-on experience on wafer probers or lab instruments.