Optical Sensors Researcher

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 in Chandler, Arizona;
San Jose and San Diego, California;
Wilton, Connecticut; and Hillsboro, Oregon.

The main responsibility of the researcher is to contribute to the detailed design, analysis, and validation of advanced optical systems. The work will focus on testing and characterization of the system, including planning and executing tests, developing and maintaining test scripts in Matlab and/or LabVIEW, and performing optical simulations. The role may include testing of the system in a lab environment and/or on a full lithography tool.

Regular reporting of results is required, and the opportunity to drive or contribute to alternate design concepts may arise as test results become available. The researcher will work closely with other researchers and engineers and is expected to operate with a high degree of technical ownership and accountability.

Required qualifications:

Master’s or PhD degree from an accredited university in the following (or closely related) fields:
Optics or Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering.

Experience:

Minimum qualifications – the hired candidate must possess all of the following to be initially considered for the position:
Master's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience or a PhD.

• Experience with Matlab, Lumerical, LabVIEW and/or KLayout
• Functional experience in a lab in Optics
• Integrated Optics Chip design experience
• Photonic Integrated Circuits
• Self‑motivation and ability to work independently on complex technical tasks
• Teamwork in a dynamic environment
• Strong communication skills, including technical writing and presenting
• Observation and response to people and situations; interaction with others encountered in the course of work
• Learning and applying new information or skills
• Reading and interpreting data, information, and documents
• Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction through prioritization, quality, efficiency, and professionalism
• Attention to detail and high degree of accuracy when completing assignments
• Performance in a demanding environment with changing workloads and deadlines
• Result‑driven; demonstration of ownership and accountability
• Identification of bottlenecks and driving improvements
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision
• Open, clear, concise, and professional communication
• Establishment and maintenance of cooperative working relationships with manager, co‑workers, and customer
• Adherence to strict procedures within provided timelines

• This position is located on‑site in Wilton, CT. It requires onsite presence to attend in‑person work‑related events, trainings, and meetings and to further ensure teamwork, collaboration, and innovation.

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.

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.