Vacuum Systems Engineer

Introduction to the Job

As Vacuum Systems Engineer in the Defectivity group, you will work closely with the Vacuum Systems Architect to specify the vacuum systems and gas flows in the scanner and test rigs by supporting the hardware projects and the responsible hardware lead designers. You will ensure that hardware designs meet vacuum and gas common flow requirements during design phases of the product.  You will be responsible for the translation of the overall system design into a gas flow & vacuum architecture that meets these requirements. You will ensure that the vacuum system components are specified and properly recorded in the Technical Product Documentation (TPD). You define and set up tests, and analyze measurement results to come up with new solutions that take us to the next level. You will specify qualification tests to ensure the architecture or subsystem is operating with all the specified functions and to specification.  You will also support resolution of particle contamination issues through analysis and specification of flushing and venting procedures. 

Role and Responsibilities

As a Vacuum Systems Engineer, you will:

• Have a strong background in one or more areas of interest:
  • Materials science and engineering/nanotechnology background
  • Plasma physics, electrostatics and materials compatibility
  • Small particle behavior in gas flows and high vacuum
  • Chemistry of surfaces and vacuum grade cleanliness

• Specify pump-down and vent procedures that ensure common flow
• Participate in design reviews for test rigs
• Execute DOEs for degassing of chamber and components on product and process level
• Provide general surface particulate and vacuum-grade cleanliness support
• Troubleshoot and contribute in escalations
• Transfer vacuum systems knowledge between ASML units
• Frequently interact with D&E projects, Functions, Competences, Customer Support and Research
• Perform analyses and calculations to predict the functionality of the flow architecture or subsystem (pressure drop budgeting, flow budgeting, humidification, gas purity)
• Take care of the functional integration of the architecture or subsystem: prove, document, and present its proper functioning with offline and machine tests
• Troubleshoot issues related to the architecture or subsystem, or the larger vacuum and gas flow domain inside the tools, including molecular and particle contamination
• Derive conclusions from analysis and make practical recommendations
• Present evidence-based results to audiences of a wide range of technical abilities
• Demonstrate strong technical writing and communication skills, including the ability to contribute vacuum standards and procedures to Technical Product Documentation
• Take direction from ASML System Architects and Senior Engineering mentors who are leading the development effort of critical large capital equipment
• Some travel (up to 10%) within the US and internationally 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:

• Bachelor's Degree in physics, mechanical engineering, or related discipline
• 5+ years’ experience in vacuum systems design, with solid theoretical and practical experience with vacuum and gas flow phenomena and applications, preferably in the semiconductor industry
• Internal candidates familiar with Twinscan and vacuum systems ADT or vacuum systems hands on architecture knowledge will be given priority for hire

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 requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States 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 ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

Diversity and inclusion

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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