Internship - Droplet Generation Research

ASML; 4S Ranch (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML US, LLC in California seeks a PhD or MS-level researcher to join our EUV program. You will identify key scientific learning objectives and design experiments to advance EUV generation, supporting the technology roadmap.

You will build experimental test setups, analyze results with MATLAB or Python, troubleshoot sub-systems, and communicate knowledge to engineering teams to guide product improvements and new node releases. Collaboration and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD or MS in a scientific/engineering field as described.
• Experience designing experiments and DOE layouts.
• Strong data analytics skills with MATLAB or Python.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify key scientific learning objectives and experimental designs.
• Develop and execute system and subsystem performance tests.
• Troubleshoot tin delivery, vacuum, and optical sub-systems.
• Analyze results and extract actionable knowledge for product improvement.
• Communicate findings to engineering and product teams.

Skills

DOE design

Data analysis

MATLAB

Python

Communication

Team leadership

Education

PhD in Materials Science/Physics/Chemical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering

MS in a related field

Tools

NI LabVIEW

Job description

Introduction

ASML US, LP brings together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, and 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, the Netherlands, and we have 18 office locations around the United States including main offices in Wilton, CT, Chandler, AZ, San Jose, CA and San Diego, CA.

Your assignment

• Identification of key scientific learning objectives and corresponding experimental design which will further the technological progress of the EUV generation process
• Demonstration of system-wide performance targets to meet the future technology roadmap
• Develop and execute system and subsystem performance tests, analyze test results and extract actionable knowledge from sub-module to full-system levels
• Troubleshoot issues with tin delivery sub systems, ultra-high vacuum systems, and optical modules on our test benches in order to improve our understanding of the fundamentals of droplet generation
• Document learning and communicate knowledge to engineering and product development teams to guide product improvement and release of new product nodes
• Work independently and in teams to deliver on a stated objective, whether it be the pursuit of new knowledge, the demonstration of a new capability, or the characterization of existing performance
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Your profile

• PhD [ongoing] or MS degree [ongoing] in Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent field.
• Coursework related to data analytics, acoustics, fluid flow, and high-strength materials is a plus.
• Deep understanding of scientific methods that guides in designing and executing research experiments with limited oversight is highly desired.
• Experience with designing a DOE, building experimental test setups, including setup layout, design, rapid prototyping, metrology selection, setup troubleshooting and respective upgrades is highly desired
• Experience with microfluidics, liquid jet breakup and droplet coalescence in particular; piezoelectricity; and/or acoustics is highly desired;
• Experience with high pressure applications such as water jet cutting, jet breakup, and nozzle design is a plus.
• Experience in the field of ceramics, design and fabrication of ceramic components is a plus.
• Experience with droplet formation, sprays, common-rail diesel, and/or injectors is a plus.
• Experience with ultrasonic cleaning, chemical cleaning / etching is a plus
• Experience with experimental data collection and analysis, as well as development of data analysis tools. Familiarity withMATLAB or Python and data acquisition systems such as NI LabVIEW is a plus.
• The successful candidate will not only have excelled in their technical field, but will have demonstrated inter-personal and communications strengths
• Ability to clearly and logically communicate ideas and knowledge to various audiences
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead a research project involving multiple stakeholders and constraints
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a part of a team and lead investigation and research efforts

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, touch, 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 business 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.

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.