Test Technician, Contract

ASML US, LLC; 4S Ranch (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML US, LLC in San Diego hires a skilled technician to perform sub-system assembly, optical alignment, functional test, and calibration. You will support design and process improvements and work with engineers on specialized tests.

The role requires a high school diploma, an associate degree preferred, and several years of related experience with precision optical components, electro-optical systems, and QA practices. On-site duties emphasize cleanroom conditions and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's Degree in technical or scientific field is highly desired.
• A minimum of six (6) years of related work experience preferred.
• Experience working with precision optical components is desirable.
• ESD experience is desirable.
• Experience in using electronic, pneumatic, and hand tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble/install/remove or test and troubleshoot using standardized tools and equipment.
• Perform moderately complex technical service duties including sub-assembly, build, test, and QA.
• Interface with engineers to support tests and experiments with detailed instructions.
• Document and monitor safety or security issues impacting product quality or operations.
• Maintain a clean work area and manage designated tools.

Skills

Read engineering drawings

Electric & pneumatic tools

Follow assembly procedures

Electro-optical systems

LabVIEW experience

In-process quality inspections

Lean manufacturing & 5S

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree desirable

6+ years related experience

Optical components experience desirable

Tools

Leak testing equipment

Hi-Pot testers

Alignment instruments

Electronic tools

Job description

Introduction

ASML US, including its affiliates and subsidiaries, bring 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 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

Performs sub-system assembly, optical alignment, functional test, equipment calibration, station setup and process development support. Assists with making recommended changes in design, methods, and procedures to enhance product quality.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Uses standardized tools and electronic equipment (i.e., torque wrenches, electric and pneumatic screwdrivers and ball drivers, lifting equipment, computers, oscilloscopes) to assemble/install/remove or perform testing and troubleshooting.
• Performs a variety of moderately complex technical service/support duties requiring specialized knowledge (i.e., sub-assembly, assembly, build, test, R&D, QA).
• May utilize functional area databases to run reports and analyze/trend data; Makes recommendations to management in order to meet production needs.
• May interfaces with engineers to support special tests and experiments with detailed instructions.
• Assists in documenting and monitoring safety or security violations critical to product quality or operations.
• May use specialized test equipment such as leak testing, Hi - Pot and alignment instruments.
• May troubleshoot failures with pressurized Gas, and Water systems with Helium.
• Reads and understands business documents such as Bill of Materials, routing sheets, inventory records and work instructions.
• Assists in applying labels to panels, modules, and doors to cleanliness and workmanship standards.
• Uses cleaning cloths with Acetone, Methanol, and Isopropyl alcohol to wipe surfaces prior to shipping product.
• Maintains a clean work area, and is responsible for designated tools (routine maintenance and calibration).
• Installs electrical connectors to modules.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's Degree in technical or scientific field is highly desired.
• A minimum of six (6) years of related work experience preferred.
• Experience working with precision optical components is desirable.
• ESD experience is desirable.
• Experience in using electronic, pneumatic, and hand tools preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to read and interpret data, information, documents and engineering drawings.
• Able to use electric/pneumatic tools.
• Must be able to follow written assembly procedures and bill of materials (BOM).
• Experience with electro-optical and/or opto-mechanical systems as well as environmental testing is desired.
• Experience with Automated Testing Equipment, LabVIEW preferred.
• Ability to perform in-process quality inspections of components and/or full assemblies within the Manufacturing area(s).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Requires general computer skills and knowledge.
• Can learn and apply new information or skills.
• Can work under deadlines.

Other Information

This position is located on-site in San Diego, CA . It requires onsite presence to attend in-person work-related events, trainings and meetings and to further ensure teamwork, collaboration and innovation.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• 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.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The environment generally is moderate in temperature with moderate to high noise level in a cleanroom environment.

• Must be willing to work in a cleanroom or manufacturing environment, wearing assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): coveralls, masks, hoods, booties, safety glasses and/or gloves for entire duration of shift.
• Must be willing to occasionally lift, pull and/or push up to 35 pounds.

EOE AA M/F/Veteran/Disability

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.

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