Equipment Engineer Wet Processes

Socket.dev; Wilton (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML in Wilton, CT is seeking an Equipment Engineer for Wet Processes to ensure reliable chemical cleaning, etching and lithography equipment. You will collaborate with process engineers, technicians, and safety teams to maximize uptime and throughput.

The role requires a BS in engineering and 6+ years' experience with wet-process systems, plus familiarity with PLCs and advanced troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical) is required.
• 6+ years of experience with wet process equipment or related systems.
• Familiarity with PLCs and machine controls is preferred.
• Advanced troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical and software domains.

Responsibilities

• Support lithography and etch processes by collaborating with process engineers and technicians.
• Create and execute preventative maintenance plans for wet-process equipment.
• Define critical spares and maintain standard maintenance procedures.
• Plan upgrades and identify end-of-life equipment.
• Provide hands-on support for equipment modifications and advanced troubleshooting.

Skills

Self-motivation

Safety prioritization

Hands-on problem solving

Analytical troubleshooting

Documentation / PM planning

Vendor coordination

Learning mindset

Education

BS in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical)

Tools

PLCs

Machine controls

Job description

Equipment Engineer Wet Processes

Introduction

ASML brings together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography 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 main headquarters are located in Veldhoven, the Netherlands, and we also have 18 office locations around the United States- including main offices in Wilton, CT, Chandler, AZ, San Jose, CA and San Diego, CA.

Roles and responsibilities

The Optics Fabrication group in Wilton, CT creates precision optical components for all of our DUV and EUV lithography systems. Our optics are used in various internal systems such as wafer alignment, wafer leveling, inspection, stage measurement, reticle manipulation, and metrology measurements.

The Equipment Engineering group directly supports all of Optics Fabrication by delivering safe, precise, reliable equipment with maximum uptime availability for Production to meet their quality and throughput goals. Optical fabrication processes rely on stable equipment for proper execution, an Equipment Engineer must maximize machine availability using the following skill sets:

• Proper equipment selection based on reliability and maintainability
• Creating preventative maintenance plans and supporting their execution
• Defining critical spares for quick response to unplanned downtime
• Defining standard maintenance procedures to maximize maintenance effectiveness
• Plan strategic upgrades and identifying end of life equipment
• Hands on support of equipment modifications and upgrades
• Assisting the Maintenance Teams with advanced troubleshooting

The equipment engineer will support lithography and etch processes by working closely with other process engineers, technicians, machine operators, product development teams, and safety teams. Their equipment focus will be on all “wet” processes including aqueous or chemical cleaning, etching, and lithographic patterning. The equipment base includes manual and fully automated cleaning stations, along with acid etch and lithography equipment.

Education and experience

• BS in an engineering (Chemical ,Mechanical, or Electrical)
• 6+ years experience supporting wet process equipment, chemical delivery systems, fluid handling systems, or industrial utility infrastructure.
• Familiarity with PLCs and machine controls
• Advanced troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical and software related issues

Skills

• Self-motivation for executing independent tasks
• Prioritize safety of operators and equipment users over anything else
• Ability to tackle technical problems hands on
• Strong analytical skills for advanced troubleshooting
• Excellent documentation abilities to build preventative maintenance plans and spare parts lists
• Ability to clearly interface with equipment vendors and service technicians
• Strong desire to learn and grow in a challenging field
• Patience and determination to perform tasks consistently and completely
• Team-player attitude to work within a dynamic group

Other information

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to sit; walk; talk; hear; use hands to keyboard, finger, handle, and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, and stretch.
• The employee is occasionally required to move around the campus.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• May require travel dependent on company needs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Can work under deadlines.
• The environment generally is moderate in temperature and noise level.
• Must be able to read and interpret data, information, and documents.
• Can observe and respond to people and situations and interact with others encountered in the course of work.
• Can learn and apply new information or skills.

This position requires 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 ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

Additional Responsibilities:

There is potential for exposure to strong magnetic fields, high voltage and currents.

This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States 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 ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

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.

Request an Accommodation

ASML provides reasonable accommodations to applicants for ASML employment and ASML employees with disabilities. An accommodation is a change in work rules, facilities, or conditions which enable an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform the essential functions of a job, and/or enjoy equal access to the benefits and privileges of employment. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or otherwise participate in the employee pre-selection process, please send an email to [e-mail] to initiate the company’s reasonable accommodation process.

Please note: This email address is solely intended to provide a method for applicants to initiate ASML’s process to request accommodation(s). Any recruitment questions should be directed to the designated Talent Acquisition member for the position.