Competence Engineer Drive Laser

ASML Holding; Veldhoven; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML Holding in the Netherlands seeks a Competence Engineer Drive Laser to act as the technical authority for a critical EUV subsystem. You will resolve complex disturbances, drive improvements and ensure safe, effective introduction of new drive laser solutions into manufacturing.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Development & Engineering and Field support teams to maximize system performance, quality and availability, review solutions and provide technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's HBO degree in engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with complex high-tech manufacturing systems.
• Experience in commissioning, qualification, troubleshooting or performance optimization is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex drive laser disturbances and lead technical problem-solving activities.
• Manage technical escalations and drive solutions to prevent repeat issues.
• Qualify drive lasers after module replacements and verify performance against specifications.
• Review technical solutions, action plans and work procedures for quality and manufacturability.
• Assess technical risks and support new products, technologies and processes.
• Act as manufacturing subject matter expert for drive laser topics.
• Collaborate with Engineering and stakeholders to improve system reliability and manufacturing performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Root cause analysis

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Decision-making under pressure

Stakeholder management

Quality-focused

Continuous learning

Ownership mindset

Education

Bachelor's HBO degree in engineering (Mechatronics / Mechanical / Applied Physics / Aerospace / Automotive)

Job description

Introduction to the job

As a Competence Engineer Drive Laser, you are the technical authority for one of the most critical subsystems within our EUV systems. You solve complex technical disturbances, drive structural improvements and ensure new drive laser solutions are introduced safely and effectively into manufacturing. Working closely with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Development & Engineering and Field support teams, you play a key role in maximizing system performance, quality and availability.

Role & Responsibilities

• Resolve complex drive laser disturbances and lead technical problem-solving activities.
• Manage technical escalations and drive structural solutions to prevent repeat issues.
• Qualify drive lasers after module replacements and verify performance against specifications.
• Review technical solutions, action plans and work procedures to ensure quality and manufacturability.
• Assess technical risks and support the introduction of new products, technologies and processes.
• Act as the manufacturing subject matter expert for drive laser‑related topics.
• Collaborate with Engineering and other stakeholders to improve system reliability and manufacturing performance.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree (HBO) in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, Aerospace Engineering or Automotive Engineering.
• Candidates with an MBO background are also encouraged to apply when combined with significant hands‑on troubleshooting and qualification experience.
• Experience working with complex technical systems in a high‑tech manufacturing, testing, integration or service environment.
• Experience in commissioning, qualification, troubleshooting or performance optimization is considered a strong advantage.

Skills

• Strong analytical and root cause problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary technical environments.
• Comfortable making technical decisions under pressure and uncertainty.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Structured way of working with a focus on quality and process discipline.
• Continuous learning mindset with the ability to build and share expertise.
• Ownership mentality with a drive to improve systems, processes and technical performance.

Other Information

This position is based in Veldhoven, The Netherlands

• This position operates in a 2-shift environment (Early shift: 06:30 – 15:30, Late shift: 15:00 – 00:00), You will work one weekend each month
• Occasional international travel may be required for training and support activities.
• You will report directly to the Team Lead.

For this position, the expected fixed annual salary is between € 55,000,- and€65.000,-. This amount includes holiday allowance and a 13th-month payment and is based on a full‑time contract. Profit sharing will come on top of the fixed annual salary. Because this is a shift position, you will receive a shift allowance on top of your salary. Your final salary will depend on factors such as your skills, education, work experience, certifications, and performance during the selection process.

Relocating to the Netherlands? ASML provides relocation support and temporary accommodation for international hires.

To work in the Netherlands as a highly skilled migrant, you must meet specific immigration requirements. Please check the IND website to see if you're eligible: www.ind.nl

Inclusion and diversity

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 inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.

This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. § 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.