Coating Engineering Technician

This position supports the Optical Coating Engineering Group through the set up and operation of precision equipment, the evaluation and testing of optical components

Introduction

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 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 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. 

Job Mission

This position supports the Optical Coating Engineering Group through the set up and operation of precision equipment, the evaluation and testing of optical components, and through documenting the procedures and processes for creating optical coatings. 

Reports to Optical Coating Process and Equipment Manager, works together with Optical Engineering, Manufacturing, D&E, and Industrial Engineering.ASML is a world leader in the manufacture of advanced technology systems for the semiconductor industry. 

ASML’s corporate headquarters is in Veldhoven, the Netherlands. Manufacturing sites and research and development facilities are located in Connecticut, California and the Netherlands. Technology development centers and training facilities are located in the United States, Japan, Korea, the Netherlands, and Taiwan. Additionally, ASML provides optimal service to its customers via over 50 sales and service organizations in 16 countries. Founded in the Netherlands in 1984, the company is publicly traded on Euronext Amsterdam and NASDAQ under the symbol ASML. 

Job Description

• Ability to follow all company safety regulations.
• Ability to work safely around fragile, high value optics.
• Ability to interpret engineering and technical documents.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of computer controls and PLC operation.
• Basic maintenance and set up of vacuum equipment.
• Ability to assist the engineering and production teams with daily tasks.
• Ability to identify production and safety issues and communicate them effectively.
• Candidate will be required to wear PPE where required. 

Education

Associates Degree in a technical background such as engineering, manufacturing, physical sciences, or equivalent experience. 

Experience

• Experience in a technical manufacturing environment.
• Highly competent in interpreting working instructions and paying attention to details.
• Familiarity with Windows 10, MS Office & SAP. Personal skills-Strong analytical skills – capable of translating requirements into executable schedule.
• Cross train and support cross functional groups.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and manage changing priorities.
• Ability to evaluate and test precision components.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate one on one and in small groups to operators, management and engineers.

Context of the position

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to sit; walk; talk; hear; use hands to keyboard, finger, handle, and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, and stretch.
• The employee is occasionally required to move around the campus.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
• May require travel dependent on company needs. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 
• Can work under deadlines. 
• The environment generally is moderate in temperature and noise level. 
• Must be able to read and interpret data, information, and documents.
• 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.  

Other information

EEO/AA (W/M/Vets/Disability) Employer.