FLS Production Engineer - Optical Alignment & Metrology Competency (CWW – N2)

Overview

ASML is a global leader in lithography systems for the semiconductor industry. We are seeking a First Line Support Production Engineer for the Wilton Factory. The role focuses on rapid response to engineering disturbances and executing the steps listed in the production operator dashboard (POD) to support output. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross functional teams to resolve issues efficiently in a fast paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Spend roughly 75 percent of time in the cleanroom providing direct support to production processes and troubleshooting
• Provide prompt troubleshooting for optical alignment and metrology issues
• Troubleshoot module test and final qualification issues
• Address manufacturing tooling and optical metrology equipment issues
• Recompute the nominal optical design as needed
• Correct optical aberrations based on diagnostics
• Run image processing algorithms to extract nanometer scale flatness information from interferometer data
• Analyze MATLAB scripts and plot data from databases
• Support query code to interrogate data for manufacturing needs
• Analyze data from image analysis and derive conclusions
• Develop OCAPs, Fishbones and troubleshooting guidelines
• Support diagnostics qualification and implementation for production staff
• Evaluate and disposition failed parts with proposed solutions
• Support development of manufacturing procedures and technical work instructions
• Support design and document reviews for diagnostics
• Support DOA Root Cause Analysis
• Support cycle time and labor hours roadmaps implementation
• Support PFMEA
• Able to read optical, mechanical and electrical drawings
• Knowledge of Code-V and Zemax
• Proficiency in MATLAB, LabVIEW and Python
• Willingness to provide occasional weekend coverage
• Potential exposure to strong magnetic fields, high voltage and currents in the workplace
• Work in a cleanroom environment with full gowning (full body coveralls, hood, CR safety shoes, face mask, nitrile gloves and safety glasses) and adherence to ISO 9000/14000 standards
• Operate around overhead cranes, forklifts and motorized pallet movers
• Work around lasers, ladders, platforms, and chemicals

Education and Experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Optical Engineering or other Engineering or Science disciplines with a background in Optics

Experience

• 0+ years of engineering experience with a Bachelor of Science in Optical Engineering
• Working knowledge of diverse optical metrology setups: Interferometers, Shack-Hartmann sensor, polarimetry/ellipsometry and optical alignment
• Working knowledge of geometric optics, wave optics, Gaussian propagation, and aberration theory
• Working knowledge in image, signal and data processing algorithms, statistics and software development
• Working knowledge with epoxy application in opto-mechanical designs
• Working knowledge with optical assembly, alignment, test equipment and tools
• Working knowledge in lasers, polarization, detectors, electro-optical devices and opto-mechanical constructions
• Experience in a production environment with high tech products and complex production processes
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing
• Working knowledge of Optical-Electrical sensors is a plus
• Experience in technical Production Engineering and quality methodologies such as statistical process control and FMEA is a plus
• Working knowledge of NX, Teamcenter and SAP is a plus

Skills

• Ability to interface with multidisciplinary groups including senior leadership, and take on responsibility and follow through
• Strong ownership and commitment to delivering results on time
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, able to convey information to team members and to senior management
• Focus on quality and continuous improvement
• Proven teamwork orientation with a quality mindset and strong interpersonal skills

Work Environment and Schedule

Work Schedule: A Compressed Work Week Nights 2 (CWW N2) schedule from 6 pm to 6 am on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every other Wednesday.

Location

Wilton, CT 06897

Other Information

Context of the position: The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing duties, the employee may need to sit; walk; talk; hear; use hands to keyboard, finger, handle and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach and stretch. The employee may be required to move around the campus and may occasionally lift up to 20 pounds. Travel may be required depending on business needs. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The role may involve deadlines and the environment is generally moderate in temperature and noise. The ability to read and interpret data, information, and documents is required, as is the ability to observe and respond to people and situations and to learn and apply new information.

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. 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 a diverse and inclusive workforce. We 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. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our success.

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