Introduction to the Job

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.

The Advanced Development Center at ASML in Wilton, Connecticut is seeking a Materials Scientist/Spectroscopist to support the Forensics root cause analysis team.The Advanced Development Center (ADC) is a multi-disciplinary group of engineers and scientists focused on developing learning loop solutions, proto-typing of next generation wafer and reticle clamping systems and industrialization of proto-types that meet the system performance requirements.

Role and Responsibilities

The main job function is to develop materials characterization techniques pertaining to spectroscopy and to perform general material and chemical investigations in order to identify root causes. An important component of the role is to use of failure analysis tools like SEM, AFM, WLI, ToF-SIMS, FIB, etc., to measure R&D proto-types, components in various manufacturing stages, and customer product returns. Collecting, organizing, documenting, and communicating data is a critical part of our team that is dedicated to solving challenging engineering problems associated with achieving nanometer scale precision. The Spectroscopist will also be responsible for leading analysis of spectroscopy-based data to help solve ASML challenges as well as the development of new processes or techniques that can be utilized for various material cases.

As a Forensics Materials Scientist - Spectroscopist, you will:

• Develop processes for the measurement of ASML products using spectroscopy techniques
• Procure, support installation and qualification of new spectroscopy tools (e.g. ToF-SIMS, FTIR, Raman, etc.)
• Lead interpretation of ToF-SIMS, Raman and FTIR data from Forensics
• Understand the functions of critical ADC hardware and their components to enable root cause analysis
• Set-up and operate failure analysis tools (e.g. SEM, AFM, WLI, ToF-SIMS, FIB, etc.)
• Further develop interpretation of data from other spectroscopy techniques, including but not limited to XPS, UV-vis, fluorescence, atomic absorption, etc.
• Support lab manager to troubleshoot equipment issues to maximize equipment lifetime and uptime
• Work in a cleanroom environment on equipment and hardware
• Assist the team to grow knowledge of characterization techniques versatility
• Support ADC engineers and technicians with testing during feasibility and proto phases and root cause analysis during field and factory product life cycle steps
• Support ADC team with engineering data taken on different metrology tools
• Follow all environment, health and safety (EHS) policies and procedures to ensure and maintain a safe working environment
• Clearly communicate progress and status of ongoing technical activities to management
• Prepare engineering documentation (e.g. Test Performance Specifications, Test Analysis Reports, etc.) and release the documents by following change control process
• Write engineering procedures and train technicians to efficiently transfer processes
• Understand the existing failure techniques and their analysis methods and improve them to support the ASML technology roadmap
• Participate in ASML-wide competencies to further build expertise and improve quality of data
• Foster relationships with local universities and service labs to enable additional advanced characterization capabilities off-site
• Some travel (up to 10%) to Europe, Asia and within the US can be expected

Education and Experience

To help us tackle the technical challenges we face, you will need experience working on high-tech products and with complex processes.

As Forensics Materials Scientist - Spectroscopist, you will need:

• Master's Degree in Material Sciences, Chemistry or other relevant disciplines
• Prefer a PhD in Material Sciences, Chemistry or other relevant disciplines
• 3+ years of experience operating and analyzing spectroscopic equipment and data
• 3+ years of experience in material analysis tools and verification methods
• 2+ years of experience with material, mechanicaland chemicalproperties of coatings and ceramic structure
• 1+ year of experience with MATLAB and/or Python for data collection and analysis to drive solutions
• Experience using at least two of the following techniques EDS, ToF-SIMS, FTIR and/or Raman
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both written and oral
• Ability to work in the clean room environment using knowledge in material and material interaction (e.g. glass, ceramics, thin film materials, gases, etc.)
• General understanding of optics and ceramic manufacturing methods
• Basic understanding of manufacturing process optimization
• Excellent experimental, analytical and problem solving skills

Skills

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

To thrive in this job, you will need the following skills:

• 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
• Must be able to read and interpret data, information and documents
• Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction through prioritization, quality, efficiency and professionalism
• Ability to complete assignments with attention to detail and high degree of accuracy
• Proven ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment with changing workloads
• Result driven-demonstrate ownership and accountability
• Identifies bottlenecks and drives improvements
• Work independently or as part of a team and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision
• Demonstrate open, clear, concise and professional communication
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and customer
• Work according to a strict set of procedures within the provided timelines
• Capability to interface with multidisciplinary groups and be willing to take on responsibility, follow through and keep multiple simultaneous tasks on schedule
• Be able to quickly acquire technical knowledge from documentation and on-the-job training and be capable of thoroughly investigating technical issues (analytically and hands-on in a lab)

Other Information

• This position is located on-site in Wilton, Connecticut. 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)

This position may require 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 the Company to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

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 diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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