Senior EUV Plasma & Laser Physics Engineer (Hybrid)

ASML; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 173,000 - 254,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Accommodation support

Job summary

ASML in San Diego is seeking a Principal Plasma and Laser Physics Engineer to advance EUV source performance. You’ll work at the intersection of laser physics, plasma physics, optics, controls, and data analysis to improve reliability and availability of EUV source technology.

You will collaborate across disciplines, design experiments, analyze large data sets, and guide system-level improvements throughout development and field support. On-site with flexible hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Degree with substantial relevant experience in physics/engineering.
• Strong knowledge in optics, lasers, laser-induced plasma or related fields.
• Experience designing experiments and root-cause analysis.
• Experience with complex system integration and troubleshooting.
• Semiconductor equipment development experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Characterize EUV source performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Design and execute experiments to validate hardware and software performance.
• Collect and analyze large data sets using MATLAB and Python.
• Develop and review system/subsystem test plans with traceability.
• Collaborate across teams to drive technical direction and resolve challenges.
• Support customer-site escalations with remote and on-site troubleshooting.

Skills

System integration

Optics

Lasers

Plasma physics

Control systems

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Written and verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physics/Engineering

Master’s degree in Physics/Engineering

PhD in Plasma/Applied Physics

Tools

MATLAB

Python

LabVIEW

Optical measurement equipment

Job description

ASML in San Diego is seeking a Principal Plasma and Laser Physics Engineer to advance EUV source performance. You’ll work at the intersection of laser physics, plasma physics, optics, controls, and data analysis to improve reliability and availability of EUV source technology.

You will collaborate across disciplines, design experiments, analyze large data sets, and guide system-level improvements throughout development and field support. On-site with flexible hybrid work options.