Electron Optics Designer

ASML; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 174,000 - 239,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML US, including its affiliates, designs high-end lithography/e-Beam inspection tools and supports customers worldwide. The Electron Optics Design Engineer will design EO system modules, perform simulations and lead fabrication-ready documentation to enable mass production.

The role requires strong physics/mechanics knowledge, 2+ years in semiconductor equipment mechanics, and collaboration with vendors and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Physics/Optics/Engineering.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Experience in vacuum and high voltage environments.

Responsibilities

• Design EO system modules for e-Beam tool from concept to release.
• Create design docs and interfaces per ASML process.
• Run thermal, vacuum, HV, dynamics, FEM analyses.
• Lead design reviews and risk assessments; document results.
• Collaborate with vendors to develop components.
• Support integration and testing of electron optic system.
• Provide manufacturing transfer documentation and support.
• Explore new concepts for future electron optics.

Job description

Introduction to the job

Introduction

ASML US, including its affiliates and subsidiaries, bring together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography/e-Beam machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, more energy-efficient microchips. We design, develop, integrate, market and service these advanced machines, which enable our customers - the world’s leading chipmakers - to reduce the size and increase the functionality of their microchips, which in turn leads to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics. Our headquarters are in Veldhoven, Netherlands, and we have 18 office locations around the United States including main offices inChandler, Arizona, San Jose and San Diego, California, Wilton, Connecticut, and Hillsboro, Oregon.

Job Mission

The mission of Electron Optics Design Engineer position is to design EO system/submodules for the state of the art e-Beam inspection/Metrology tool. As an Electron Optics Design Engineer, you are responsible to design, develop, test, analyze, and implement (sub-)functions and modules to meet requirements of specified applications.

Role and responsibilities

• Design electron optics modules and sub-system of e-beam inspection tool according to product roadmap, from concept design to final release for high volume manufacturing;
• Make design documents from system level to module level, demonstrating design spec. and design principles, details, interfaces according to ASML design process;
• Perform necessary simulations &calculations needed for electron optics module design, including thermal, vacuum, high voltage, dynamics, mechanical FEM analysis etc.
• Lead design reviews, error budget development, risk assessment and mitigation, design and execution of experiments, verification processes, validation processes. Provide effective presentation and written evaluations to communicate concepts, designs, test results, etc.
• Work with vendors and consultants to develop, analyze and fabricate components and sub-assemblies. Trouble shooting and solve problems during parts/module fabrication process;
• Deeply involve in integration and testing for electron optic system/subsystem, conducting trouble shooting and verifying the design to ensure high quality implementation of designed modules;
• Transfer design to manufacturing by providing necessary technical processing documents. Technical support to manufacturing team to finish the technical transition from design to mass production;
• New technology study and development, providing possibilities of new concept design for electron optic modules for future innovation.Design experiments to rule out/in root causes of critical issues related to eSource.

Education and experience

• At least Master’s degree or PhD acceptable with less years of experience.
• The candidate must be self-driven and innovative.
• Major in Physics, Optics, Material, engineering & Science( mechanical, Semi-conductor related etc..) is preferable.

Skills

• Must have good understanding of physics and mechanics, strong ability of problem analysis/solution providing. logical and reasonable in dealing with issues.
• Strong Hands-on skill and trouble-shooting ability;
• Strong ability in understanding and learning new skills/knowledges.
• Proficient with 3D modeling & 2D detailed drawings using Solidworks and NX is preferred.
• Experience in designing parts and assemblies for ultra-high vacuum is preferred;
• Experience in designing parts and assemblies for high voltage environment is preferred;
• Knowledge with materials and material selection, manufacturing and cleaning processes used for making components for electron beam inspection systems.
• Ability to perform structural and thermal FEA using NX or Comsol if preferred.
• Team work spirit with team members
• Experience in designing, fabrication, and testing of mechanical, electro-mechanical modules, and related system interfaces for capital equipment tools is preferred.
• 2+ years of applicable relevant experience on a semiconductor equipment mechanical product is desired.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in product lifecycle management tools, Siemens TCE is desired.

The current base annual salary range for this role is currently:

$173,600-238,700

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.

The Company offers employees and their families, medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to participate in the Company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month and (13) paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

All new ASML jobs have a minimum application deadline of 10 days.

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.