International Mechanical Install Engineer

ASML; Veldhoven; On-site; EUR 51,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML in the Netherlands seeks an International Mechanical Install Engineer to install lithography systems at customer sites worldwide, with extensive travel (~70%). You will lead, troubleshoot, and collaborate with global teams to ensure high-quality installations and knowledge transfer.

The role requires hands-on mechatronics experience and strong English communication, with a bias toward a structured, safety-first approach. Expect shifts and relocation within the Veldhoven region as needed.

Qualifications

• Mechatronics, aerospace or automotive hands-on experience preferred.
• Experience in high-tech production or customer service environment required.
• Proven affinity with assembling and troubleshooting.
• A mix between gross and fine mechanics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical installation, adjustment, commissioning of a complete machine.
• Install ASML NXE equipment at customer locations, including new features and prototypes.
• Perform complex adjustments, upgrades, diagnose problems with limited support.
• Answer customer questions and assist professionally.
• Transfer knowledge to local install teams and first/second line engineers.
• Prepare written technical reports and contribute to department improvements.
• Exhibits strong shift lead competencies to lead the engineering team inside the fab.

Skills

Communication

English fluency

Safety first

First-time-right

Hands-on engineering

Structured work

Flexibility

Stress resilience

Team player

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor degree

Vocational qualification

Job description

Introduction to the job

Are you ready to take on a global challenge? In this role, you will be responsible for installing our cutting-edge lithography systems at customer sites around the world—delivering on time, within specifications, and with quality that exceeds expectations. This position offers the chance to work with advanced technology while traveling extensively (about 70%) to diverse locations. You’ll continuously learn, adapt to new environments, and immerse yourself in different cultures as part of an international team. If you’re passionate about innovation, thrive on variety, and want a career that truly makes an impact, this is your opportunity to join us.

Role and responsibilities

As an International Mechanical Install Engineer you truly understand the need to work safely at all times. Additionally you are committed to self-learning and love to improve your technical understanding of our advanced lithography systems. Showing initiative, being open minded and being an ambassador of ASML are characteristics that fit you well. You love to troubleshoot and utilize your knowledge, but know when to ask for support as well. Moreover you are fluent in speaking/ reading and writing English in order to support technical escalations. Lastly you would like to commit yourself to the Install department for at least 3 years and like to work in flexible shift patterns in Veldhoven and at the customer site.

• Perform mechanical installation, adjustment, commissioning of a complete machine;
• Install ASML equipment (NXE) at customer locations, including equipment with new features, pilot and proto systems;
• Perform complex adjustments, perform upgrades, diagnose and solve problems with limited support;
• Answer customer questions and assist customers in a professional manner;
• Transfer knowledge to local install teams and first/ second line engineers;
• Perform administrative duties including service orders, issue resolution tools, handovers, progress reporting, etc.;
• Prepare written technical reports if required to do so;
• Contribute in structural improvements for the System Install Engineering (SIE) department.
• Exhibits strong shift lead competencies to lead engineering team inside the fab

Education and experience

• Vocational with at least 12 years of experience or Bachelor fresh grad, preference candidates with hands‑on experience in similar positions in mechatronics, aerospace or automotive industry.
• Hands‑on experience in a high tech production or customer service environment, e.g. electronics, mechanical engineering, mechatronics, aerospace or automotive engineering is required;
• Proven affinity with assembling and troubleshooting is essential;
• The preference is not given to candidates who only have work experience in precision/ fine mechanical assembly. A mix between gross and fine mechanics is preferred.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills with focus on understanding, supporting, and influencing others;
• Fluent in English, both in word and writing;
• Safety first!;
• ‘First time right’ mentality;
• Passion for hands‑on engineering challenges;
• Understanding the details without losing track of the bigger picture (helicopter view);
• Remain a structured way of working in a dynamic environment;
• Flexible;
• Stress resistant;
• Self-steering;
• Team player.

Other information

We only consider candidates who have uploaded an updated version of their CV and a cover letter stating their motivation to apply for this specific role at ASML. (Please take some time to really think about your cover letter, as this is the perfect opportunity to present yourself for our Hiring Managers)

For this position, the indicative (fixed) annual salary range is between 51,000 euro and 57,000 euro. This range comprises vacation allowance and a 13th-month payment. Company profit sharing and shift allowance (if applicable) are 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.

Please be advised, for this role we require candidate with a valid international drivers license.

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.

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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