Materials Engineer for Cleanliness in Zürich (f/m/x)

Job Description

Join ZEISS, a leader in microchip technology, as a Materials Engineer for Cleanliness in Zurich. You will be responsible for material selection, contamination control, and ensuring compliance with cleanliness standards in semiconductor lithography equipment manufacturing. Your role involves collaboration with project stakeholders, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement in a high-tech environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Acting as the main contact for material-specific issues affecting selection and contamination control.
• Optimizing manufacturing processes for cleanliness and material reliability.
• Verifying and improving cleanliness standards in cleanrooms and with suppliers.
• Collaborating on risk mitigation related to materials failures.
• Conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Materials Science or related field; PhD preferred.
• Experience in metallurgy, corrosion protection, or related areas.
• Experience in industries with high cleanliness standards is advantageous.
• Willingness to work on-site in cleanrooms (80%).
• English C1, German B2 proficiency required.