First line support engineer

ASML; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML is seeking a First Line Support Engineer for the Motion Factory in Veldhoven, NL. You will work on the production floor, resolving technical disturbances, performing inspections, and driving continuous improvement to support ASML’s semiconductor manufacturing technology.

The role is full-time (40 hours/week) with a day-shift schedule (07:30-16:00) and a salary range of 58,900 to 73,500 EUR per year, including vacation allowance and a 13th month. International collaboration is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., mechanical engineering, mechatronics, electrical engineering, applied physics, aerospace).
• Experience in a technical support production environment (2–5 years).
• Experience troubleshooting complex technical issues and performing root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement and quality management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Investigate technical production issues by working directly with products, tools, and manufacturing equipment.
• Perform hands-on inspections and tests, such as leak testing and defect analysis.
• Diagnose product and process deviations, determine root causes, and support corrective actions.
• Work closely with operators to restore production flow while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Lead and coordinate escalations for complex technical challenges requiring cross-functional support.
• Coach colleagues in troubleshooting techniques and structured problem solving.
• Identify recurring issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Clear communication

Ownership

Structured problem solving

Quality focus

Education

Bachelor's in mechanical engineering

Bachelor's in mechatronics

Bachelor's in electrical engineering

Bachelor's in applied physics

Bachelor's in aerospace engineering

Job description

Introduction to the role

As a First Line Support Engineer, you play an important role in keeping ASML’s manufacturing operations running smoothly. You will help resolve technical production issues, support continuous improvement, and contribute to the reliable delivery of technologies that enable the world’s most advanced microchips. You will join the Motion Factory within ASML’s TWINSCAN Factory in Veldhoven, the Netherlands. This team produces performance-critical actuators, coil assemblies, and magnet components used in ASML systems. As a First Line Support Engineer, you will work close to production teams, helping to solve technical challenges while driving long-term improvements that support ASML’s mission of advancing semiconductor technology.

Roles and responsibilities

As a First Line Support Engineer, you spend much of your time on the production floor, working directly with products, equipment, and manufacturing processes. You investigate technical disturbances through hands-on analysis, inspections, testing, and collaboration with operators and engineers. Alongside resolving immediate issues, you identify opportunities to improve product quality, process stability, and operational efficiency.

• Investigate technical production issues by working directly with products, tools, and manufacturing equipment.
• Perform hands-on inspections and tests, such as leak testing, visual quality checks, and defect analysis.
• Diagnose product and process deviations, determine root causes, and support corrective actions.
• Work closely with operators to restore production flow while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Lead and coordinate escalations for complex technical challenges requiring cross-functional support.
• Coach colleagues in troubleshooting techniques and structured problem solving.
• Identify recurring issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives to prevent future disturbances.

Education and experience

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, electrical engineering, applied physics, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2-5 years of experience in a technical support production environment
• Experience troubleshooting complex technical issues and performing root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement and quality management methodologies.

Skills

Working at the cutting edge of tech, you’ll always have new challenges and new problems to solve – and working together is the only way to do that. You won’t work in a silo. Instead, you’ll be part of a creative, dynamic work environment where you’ll collaborate with supportive colleagues. There is always space for creative and unique points of view. You’ll have the flexibility and trust to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems.

• Apply analytical thinking to diagnose issues and identify effective solutions.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across manufacturing and engineering teams.
• Communicate clearly with different stakeholders in a production environment.
• Take ownership of challenges and proactively drive improvements.
• Balance hands-on technical work with a structured approach to problem solving.
• Prioritize quality, safety, and continuous improvement in daily activities.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and production needs.

Other information

Please include your recent CV and a motivation letter with your application. In your motivation letter, we would like to understand why you are interested in joining the Motion Factory as a First Line Support Engineer.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) based in Veldhoven, the Netherlands. The role follows a day-shift schedule aligned with production operating hours (07:30-16:00).

For this position, the indicative (fixed) annual salary range is between 58,900 euro and 73,500 euro. This range comprises vacation allowance and a 13th-month payment. Company profit sharing is not included in this range.

The actual compensation offered will depend on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: job-related skills, relevant education and (work) experience, certifications, demonstrated abilities of the candidate, pay relative to other team members. This information is provided for transparency and guidance purposes only, and no rights can be derived from this salary indication.

ASML invests in employee development through training, mentoring, and continuous learning opportunities. You will work in an international environment and have opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across global locations while contributing to the development of world-leading semiconductor technology.

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.

• 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.

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.

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