Senior Optical Engineer

ASML; Wilton (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote arrangement (up to 2,0

Job summary

ASML in Wilton, CT is seeking a Senior Optical Engineer to design and develop optical sensor systems for advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment. You will build, align, test, and characterize complex optical systems and detectors, and analyze data to improve sensor performance.

The role requires 4+ years in optical engineering, experience with MATLAB/Python, and strong communication skills. A hybrid on-site role in Wilton with potential remote days is available to support teamwork and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physics, applied physics, optical engineering, photonics, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred in physics, optics, photonics, or related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in optical engineering or photonic system development.
• Experience with optical alignment, imaging systems, detectors, or laboratory testing environments.
• Experience with data analysis and software development using MATLAB and Python.
• Experience with laboratory automation, signal processing, or optical system modeling is beneficial.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop optical and photonic sensor systems for semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Build, align, test, and characterize complex optical systems and detector assemblies.
• Analyze performance data to identify issues and improve sensor functionality.
• Lead technical investigations to determine root causes and develop effective solutions.
• Develop and validate signal processing algorithms and experimental test plans.
• Collaborate with software, electronics, manufacturing, and system engineering teams.
• Communicate technical findings clearly to both engineering and business stakeholders.

Skills

Optical engineering

Signal processing

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in physics/optical engineering

Master's degree in physics/optics

Tools

MATLAB

Python

LabVIEW

Job description

Introduction to the Job

At ASML, you will help advance the technology behind some of the world's most powerful microchips. As a Senior Optical Engineer, you will contribute to the development of advanced optical sensing solutions that support next-generation lithography systems used by leading semiconductor manufacturers around the world.

Based in Wilton, Connecticut, this Senior Optical Engineer role is part of the Wafer Alignment Sensor team. You will work on complex optical and photonic systems that enable precise wafer positioning and measurement. Your work will directly support ASML's mission of enabling faster, more energy-efficient semiconductor technology.

Role and Responsibilities

• Design and develop optical and photonic sensor systems for semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Build, align, test, and characterize complex optical systems and detector assemblies.
• Analyze performance data to identify issues and improve sensor functionality.
• Lead technical investigations to determine root causes and develop effective solutions.
• Develop and validate signal processing algorithms and experimental test plans.
• Collaborate with software, electronics, manufacturing, and system engineering teams.
• Communicate technical findings clearly to both engineering and business stakeholders.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in physics, applied physics, optical engineering, photonics, or a related field.
• Master's degree in physics, optics, photonics, or a related discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in optical engineering or photonic system development.
• Experience working with optical alignment, imaging systems, detectors, or laboratory testing environments.
• Experience with data analysis and software development using MATLAB and Python.
• Experience with laboratory automation, signal processing, or optical system modeling is beneficial.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Skills

Working at the cutting edge of tech, you'll always have new challenges and new problems to solve - and working together is the only way to do that. You won't work in a silo. Instead, you'll be part of a creative, dynamic work environment where you'll collaborate with supportive colleagues. There is always space for creative and unique points of view. You'll have the flexibility and trust to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems.

• Apply strong analytical thinking to solve complex technical problems.
• Collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to different audiences.
• Take ownership of projects and drive results with accountability.
• Learn new technologies and methods quickly.
• Interpret experimental data and make evidence-based decisions.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Organize and prioritize work in a changing environment.
• Build productive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Maintain attention to detail while balancing multiple priorities.

Other Information

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

A flexible workplace arrangement may be available to employees working in roles conducive to remote work (up to 2 days a week)

Role within Office

Essential Job Functions

• Work in a fast-paced office environment, including working in a standing or seated position for long periods sometimes exceeding 8 hours per day, 5 days per week
• Commute to ASML's facility and report to work on a regular and timely basis and complete the scheduled workday on a consistent basis
• Routinely required to sit; walk; talk; hear; use hands to finger, handle and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach and stretch
• Occasionally required to move around the campus
• Perform office tasks using simple hand grasping, fine hand manipulation and reach associated with assigned tasks such as paperwork, computer keyboarding (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint), filing, calculating and use of telephone or other handheld electronic devices, continuously sometimes exceeding 8 hours per day, 5 days per week
• Have a sufficient ability to communicate, through sight, hearing and/or otherwise, to perform assigned tasks and maintain proper job safety conditions
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Perform other func