Engineer II, Test Engineer (Hardware Engineering )

ASM; Almere; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

International environment

Career development

Job summary

ASM in Almere is seeking a Test Engineer to join our Hardware Engineering team. You will help develop, verify, and optimize next-generation semiconductor process equipment, designing experiments and analyzing complex system behavior.

You will work with Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Systems, and Process Engineers to validate prototypes, tune reactor temperature control systems, and improve stability, repeatability, and performance across the equipment platform.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in mechanical/electrical/mechatronics or related field.
• Experience in testing, validation, or experimental research.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with measurement systems and data analysis.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and design docs.
• Strong communication in multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute verification and validation test plans for prototypes and system-level designs.
• Design and build test setups for mechanical, electrical, thermal, and vacuum performance evaluations.
• Perform testing on engineering builds and new product developments.
• Analyze experimental data and provide actionable recommendations to teams.
• Investigate system failures and support corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design engineers to improve product performance and manufacturability.
• Develop automated test procedures and data acquisition methods.
• Document test results and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Support reliability, qualification and tech development programs throughout the product lifecycle.
• Characterize, tune and validate reactor temperature control systems and thermal models.
• Analyze thermal performance data to optimize temperature control strategies.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Data-driven

Prototyping

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Job description

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture.

For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.

At ASM, we are shaping the future of semiconductor manufacturing through innovative technology and world‑class engineering. As a Test Engineer within our Hardware Engineering organization, you will play a key role in the development, verification, and optimization of next‑generation semiconductor process equipment.

You will design and execute experiments, analyze complex system behavior, and translate data into engineering improvements. Working closely with Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Systems, and Process Engineers, you will contribute to the validation and performance enhancement of prototypes, subsystems, and complete equipment platforms.

A key focus area of this role is the characterization, tuning, and optimization of reactor temperature control systems. Through data‑driven analysis and experimentation, you will help improve system stability, thermal performance, and process repeatability in our advanced semiconductor equipment.

Role and Responsibilities

As a Test Engineer, you will:

• Develop and execute verification and validation test plans for prototypes, subsystems, and system‑level designs.
• Design and build test setups for mechanical, electrical, thermal, vacuum, and integrated system performance evaluations.
• Perform testing on engineering builds and new product developments.
• Analyze experimental data and provide clear recommendations to development teams.
• Investigate system failures, perform root‑cause analysis, and support corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design engineers to improve product performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Develop automated test procedures, data acquisition methods, and analysis workflows where appropriate.
• Document test results and communicate findings to technical stakeholders.
• Support reliability, qualification, and technology development programs throughout the product lifecycle.
• Characterize, tune, and validate reactor temperature control systems and associated thermal models.
• Analyze thermal performance data and contribute to the optimization of temperature control strategies to improve process stability, uniformity, and repeatability.

Education and Experience

Required

• Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience in testing, validation, engineering development, or experimental research activities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Experience with measurement systems, instrumentation, and data analysis.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, engineering requirements, and design documentation.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.

Preferred

• Experience within the semiconductor, high‑tech equipment, mechatronics, vacuum technology, or precision engineering industries.
• Knowledge of design verification, validation methodologies, reliability testing, or qualification processes.
• Experience with Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar engineering analysis and automation tools.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Understanding of sensors, instrumentation, and automated test systems.
• Experience with thermal system modeling, temperature control tuning, or process control in complex technical equipment.

Skills

• Curious and eager to understand how complex systems behave and perform.
• Hands‑on and comfortable working with prototypes and experimental setups.
• Data‑driven, with a passion for translating measurements into engineering insights.
• Collaborative and able to work across multiple technical disciplines.
• Structured and detail‑oriented while maintaining a practical engineering mindset.
• Motivated to solve challenging technical problems in a fast‑paced innovation environment.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge semiconductor equipment development.
• A highly innovative and international working environment.
• Collaboration with leading experts across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• A competitive compensation and benefits package.

We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting‑edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.

To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.