Advanced Processing Cleaning & Contamination Engineer
Share
Job Location:
Wilton, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ASML brings 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 worlds leading chipmakers - to reduce the size and increase the functionality of their microchips which in turn leads to smaller more powerful consumer electronics. Our main headquarters are located in Veldhoven the Netherlands and we also have 18 office locations around the United States- including main offices in Wilton CT Chandler AZ San Jose CA and San Diego CA.
As an Advanced Processing Cleaning & Contamination Engineer you will directly support our mission to enable the worlds most advanced chip manufacturing. You will be a subject-matter expert in precision cleaning contamination mitigation and optical cleanliness standards.
In this role you will work in a dynamic collaborative environment supporting production teams development groups and cross-functional engineering partners to create clean stable and highly reliable processes.
Role Overview
The Advanced Processing Cleaning & Contamination Engineer will develop and industrialize precision cleaning processes reduce particle/molecular contamination risks and drive continuous improvement for highvalue optical components. You will lead equipment introductions support contamination test systems and ensure robust repeatable cleaning performance in a fastpaced hightech manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Technical & Process Responsibilities
- Develop a deep understanding of precision optical cleaning requirements across all relevant departments.
- Evaluate develop and optimize chemical and ultrasonic cleaning methods for sensitive optical components.
- Identify common contaminants and implement effective removal strategies.
- Support and improve semiconductorgrade cleaning technologies and cleanliness standards.
- Support contamination test systems maintaining procedures settings and process improvements.
- Troubleshoot contaminationrelated issues and provide support during escalations.
- Analyze process and test data to identify trends stabilize operations and reduce variation.
- Contribute to process improvements that enhance productivity and reduce defects.
Documentation & Compliance
- Generate highquality technical documentation such as engineering test plans work instructions equipment specifications and qualification reports.
- Maintain documentation for contamination testing lab processes and cleaning systems.
- Apply Job Safety Analysis principles and collaborate with EHS to ensure safety and compliance.
Equipment & Project Management
- Lead new equipment projects from specification and vendor engagement through procurement FAT/SAT installation and internal qualification.
- Assist with laboratory activities and support equipment maintenance and calibration.
- Support new product introduction (NPI) through qualification activities and documentation updates.
Collaboration & CrossFunctional Support
- Collaborate with engineering operations and lab teams to maintain stable processes and support daily production needs.
- Support KPI tracking reporting and data-driven decision making.
- Engage with cross-functional groups during escalations to diagnose and resolve contamination issues.
Education & Experience
- Masters degree with 2 years of relevant experience or Bachelors degree with 6 years of relevant experience in Chemical Engineering Materials Science Mechanical Engineering or related fields.
- Experience in lithography precision optics contamination control surface science or semiconductor manufacturing highly preferred.
- Strong understanding of chemical cleaning media material compatibility reaction mechanisms and precision cleaning science.
- Experience with automated or semiautomated cleaning processes for optical components (direct or indirect).
- Experience with manual cleaning processes for optical components.
- Experience with FMEA control plans 4C DMAIC 8D or other structured problem-solving frameworks.
- Background in surface science contamination physics or thinfilm materials.
- Experience supporting laboratory environments calibration processes or metrology equipment.
Competencies
- Communicate clearly across engineering operations and crossfunctional teams.
- Analyze data effectively and identify trends using structured problemsolving methods.
- Work proactively and adapt quickly in a fastpaced environment.
- Solve technical problems with curiosity attention to detail and a systematic approach.
- Organize work logically and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Follow procedures carefully to maintain a clean controlled environment.
- Contribute ideas that reduce contamination risk improve processes and support continuous improvement.
- Build strong working relationships and support a collaborative team culture.
Additional Skills
- Proficiency with Python MATLAB or similar tools for data analysis or automation.
- Experience with SPC JMP Minitab or similar statistical analysis tools.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Excel PowerPoint Word).
You must be work authorized in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship
Additional Responsibilities:
There is potential for exposure to strong magnetic fields high voltage and currents.
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.
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.
Need to know more about applying for a job at ASML Read our frequently asked questions.
Request an Accommodation
ASML provides reasonable accommodations to applicants for ASML employment and ASML employees with disabilities. An accommodation is a change in work rules facilities or conditions which enable an individual with a disability to apply for a job perform the essential functions of a job and/or enjoy equal access to the benefits and privileges of employment. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete an application participate in an interview or otherwise participate in the employee pre-selection process please send an email to to initiate the companys reasonable accommodation process.
Please note: This email address is solely intended to provide a method for applicants to initiate ASMLs process to request accommodation(s). Any recruitment questions should be directed to the designated Talent Acquisition member for the position.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
About Company
ASML gives the world's leading chipmakers the power to mass produce patterns on silicon, helping to make computer chips smaller, faster and greener.
