Co-Op - Optical Engineer (Internship)

ASML; Wilton (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML's Optical Sensor Group in Wilton, CT is seeking a Physicist/Optical Engineer for a 6–9 month co-op to support and develop complex optical and photonic sensor systems used in ASML's lithography tools. Responsibilities include debugging sensor functionality, building imaging/alignment/detector subsystems, and leading data-driven test plans.

The role requires a Master student in Physics/Optics or related engineering, with familiarity in MATLAB, Python, LabVIEW, and GUI development.

Qualifications

• Master student in Physics, Optics, or related engineering discipline.
• Familiarity with light sources, lasers, data analysis with Python or MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Debug functionality or performance issues in optical alignment sensors.
• Build optical systems for imaging, testing, alignment or detector systems.
• Lead activities to determine root cause, run tests, gather data, and report results clearly.
• Develop or debug data analysis algorithms and test plans to identify root causes.
• Communicate results to engineers and managers at varying levels of detail.
• Implement data analysis techniques in MATLAB; GUI development; familiarity with LabVIEW and Python a plus.
• On-site presence in Wilton, CT for in-person events and teamwork.

Skills

Physics

Optics

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Master student in Physics/Optics or related engineering

Tools

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Python

GUI building

Job description

Introduction to the job ASML’s Optical Sensor Group in Wilton CT is seeking a Physicist/Optical Engineer for a Co‑op position (6 to 9 months) to support & develop complex optical / photonic sensor systems used within ASML’s photolithography tools. These systems typically include light sources, detectors, optical / electro‑optical components, fiber optics, electronics and signal processing SW functioning in close collaboration with the rest of the lithography system. Understanding the components in their relation to the sensor system and understanding the interaction with the rest of the tool is of fundamental importance.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Using general Physics, Optics, and Software knowledge and an understanding of the sensor systems and tools to de‑bug functionality or performance issues in the optical alignment sensors.
• Having hands‑on skills of building optical system such as imaging, testing, alignment or detector system.
• Leadership: the candidate must have the potential to lead executing activities for determining problem root cause, execute complex tests, gather data, and effectively communicate results on different levels of abstraction (from technical colleagues to high level managers).
• Problem Solving: the candidate should be interested in troubleshooting complex technical problems, develop / debug data signal processing algorithms; develop and execute test plans in order to determine problem root cause.
• Communications/Teamwork: Good communication skills during brainstorm/troubleshooting sessions; Good listening skills. Good analytical skills. Draw your own conclusions, based on the input from different stakeholders. Capability to clearly communicate the information on different level of abstraction.
• Programming: The candidate must possess the ability to implement data analysis techniques into functioning MATLAB codes. Optimization skills, GUI building experience, and familiarly with Labview and Python are a plus.
• This position is located on‑site in Wilton, CT. It requires onsite presence to attend in‑person work‑related events, trainings and meetings and to further ensure teamwork, collaboration and innovation.
• Must be available for 6 months with the start date being flexible based on Spring or Fall Semester.

Education and Experience

• Minimum: Candidate should be a Master student in Physics, Optics, or other related engineering disciplines.
• Familiarity with light sources, lasers Data Analysis Python or Matlab.

Compensation

The current base hourly range for this role is currently: $18.00 to $48.00 per hour Pay scales are determined by role, level, location and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors that that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job‑related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and pay relative to other team members.

This position may require access to controlled technology, as defined in the 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 the Company to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

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.

ASML is a leading supplier of lithography equipment, used by the world’s top chipmakers to print microchips that are increasingly powerful, fast and energy efficient. Working at ASML is inspiring, no matter what field you’re in. That’s because we push the boundaries of technology: if it’s moving the world forward, chances are, we’re behind it. In fact, we’re probably a part of the electronic device you’re using right now. We’re a global team of more than 32,000 people from 122 different nationalities and counting. Headquartered in Europe’s top tech hub, the Brainport Eindhoven region in the Netherlands, our operations are spread across Europe, Asia and the US.