Semiconductor Packaging technology (pre-register)

European Patent Office; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 78,968 - 113,430; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

60 days remote from abroad (EPC states

Relocation/Family support

Job summary

The European Patent Office in the Netherlands seeks candidates specialized in Semiconductor Packaging technology, with a Master’s or PhD in a relevant field, and a strong track record in deep technical analysis.

As a Patent Examiner, you will evaluate inventions long before they reach the public, collaborating across diverse teams to ensure high scientific excellence, fairness and sustainability.

If you are curious, analytical, and committed to quality, we invite you to apply when roles open.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (or equivalent/higher) covering one or more technical fields mentioned above
• Excellent knowledge (at least C1) of English and ability to understand French and German; or excellent knowledge of English with willingness to learn other languages to B2 within set time frame
• Citizenship of a member state of the European Patent Organisation

Responsibilities

• Evaluate inventions long before they reach the public in semiconductor packaging technology.
• Apply technical expertise to assess the quality and potential of inventions.
• Collaborate with colleagues across languages and nationalities to ensure high standards of scientific excellence

Skills

Semiconductor Packaging

Deep technical analysis

Structured thinking

Solving intellectual puzzles

Education

Master's degree (or equivalent/higher)

Job description

We're looking for candidates with expertise in Semiconductor Packaging technology, who are ready to make a difference.

If you have a Master’s or PhD degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field and enjoy deep technical analysis, structured thinking, and solving intellectual puzzles, we invite you to.

At the European Patent Office (EPO), we work at the forefront of innovation. As a Patent Examiner, you’ll evaluate inventions long before they reach the public - from everyday consumer products to cutting-edge technologies.

We are committed to scientific excellence, fairness and sustainability - and shaped by the individuality and knowledge of our colleagues.

Whether your background is in research, engineering, or industry - if you’re curious, analytical, and committed to quality, we want to hear from you.

Technical Expertise

We are seeking candidates specialised in Semiconductor Packaging technology.

The ideal candidates possess knowledge and/or practical experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Semiconductor Packaging: Packaging and encapsulation of semiconductor chips, interconnections, containers, holders, stacking of chips, wafer handling, testing of semiconductors. Experience required in R&D and/or production in semiconductor industries (physicist, electrical or mechanical engineer with a background in semiconductor technology)

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree (or equivalent/higher) covering one or more technical fields mentioned above
• Excellent knowledge (at least C1) of one of our official languages (English, French and German) and the ability to understand the other two; alternatively, excellent knowledge (at least C1) of English (in such cases, the willingness to learn the missing languages and to reach level B2 within a set time frame would be required)
• Citizenship of one of the member states of the European Patent Organisation

What we offer (once roles are open)

• Competitive salary (€7 076 – €10 164 net/month depending on location/experience)
• 30+ days of annual leave, compensation hours, and flexible working
• Up to 60 days/year remote work from abroad (EPC states)
• Relocation, childcare and family support
• Legal training
• A collaborative, inclusive environment with 35+ nationalities
• Facilities: On-site gym, health services, staff clubs and more (depending on location)

Please be aware that you will need to apply to the respective vacancy once it opens.

You’re currently studying for your Master’s or PhD in a technical or scientific discipline and you are curious about where your knowledge could take you?

You may not be ready yet – but we’ll be here when you are.

Our culture

We believe that diversity drives innovation. That’s why we’re proud to foster a workplace where everyone is welcome - regardless of gender, background or identity. We’re building a future-focused organisation where your individuality and expertise are not only accepted, but valued.