Time-Optimal Wafer Handling Intern (Math & Control)

asml; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 10,000 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML in Veldhoven is offering a master thesis internship in the Wafer Handler domain to develop an optimization approach for robot motion and improve wafer transport throughput in a simulated environment.

You will translate constraints into a mathematical optimization framework and design time-optimal motion setpoints while validating performance through MATLAB-based simulations, collaborating with engineers in an international setting.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a master's program in a relevant field and able to commit to 4–6 months.
• Experience with MATLAB and scientific programming is required.
• Knowledge of optimization methods and mathematical modeling is essential.
• Ability to translate constraints into a formal optimization problem.
• Strong analytical and communication skills for presenting findings.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the existing robot motion problem and performance limitations
• Research optimization methods and relevant scientific literature
• Translate system constraints into a mathematical optimization framework
• Develop algorithms for generating time-optimal motion setpoint profiles
• Implement and test the solution using MATLAB and programming tools
• Validate the proposed approach in a simulation environment

Skills

Optimization methods

Mathematical modeling

Differential equations

Analytical thinking

Proactive communication

Education

Master's degree in mathematics, systems and control, applied mathematics, robotics, mechanical engineering, or mechatronics

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

ASML in Veldhoven is offering a master thesis internship in the Wafer Handler domain to develop an optimization approach for robot motion and improve wafer transport throughput in a simulated environment.

You will translate constraints into a mathematical optimization framework and design time-optimal motion setpoints while validating performance through MATLAB-based simulations, collaborating with engineers in an international setting.