Introduction to the job
ASML's Linkou manufacturing site serves as a key competence center for mature products, supporting PAS5500, Twinscan, Special Applications, YieldStar, and Reticle Handler product lines. The site integrates Development & Engineering, Manufacturing, and Customer Support expertise within one engineering organization to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.
As a Process Lab Engineer, you will own the operation and continuous improvement of the ACE Service Lab, supporting reticle and wafer preparation, particle inspection, process execution, equipment maintenance, and new process/tool introduction to ensure stable manufacturing performance and product quality.
This position is a Taiwan local hire and is based onsite at the Linkou Factory. The role requires working in a cleanroom environment and supporting second-shift operations (16:00-01:00).
Role and responsibilities
Own daily operation of the ACE Service Lab to support manufacturing line requirements for reticle and wafer preparation.
Perform particle inspection, coating, developing, reticle cleaning, and related laboratory processes.
Operate and maintain service lab equipment, including track systems, particle inspection tools, sorters, and associated process equipment.
Execute troubleshooting activities, equipment preventive maintenance (PM), and periodic maintenance programs to ensure tool reliability and process stability.
Investigate manufacturing issues and support escalation handling, material notifications, disturbance notifications, and supply deviation notifications.
Collaborate with Production Engineers, Technical Leads, Project Leads, Facility teams, and Operations teams to improve existing processes and drive operational efficiency.
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and Industrialization projects involving new equipment, process implementation, and manufacturing readiness activities.
Analyze process and equipment performance data to identify improvement opportunities and drive corrective actions.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives through Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and problem-solving methodologies.
Work in a cleanroom environment and support second-shift operations (16:00-01:00).
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or above in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Science, Materials Science, or related disciplines.
2+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, laboratory operations, process engineering, or equipment engineering.
Experience working in a semiconductor cleanroom environment.
Hands-on experience operating, maintaining, or troubleshooting semiconductor process equipment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Good communication skills in English, including the ability to understand equipment interfaces, technical documentation, and work instructions.
Willingness to work in a cleanroom environment and support second-shift operations.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with lithography-related processes, wafer preparation, reticle handling, coating, developing, or particle inspection operations.
Experience operating semiconductor process tools such as track systems, sorters, SP1/SP3, or similar inspection equipment.
Familiarity with process control methodologies, including SPC, Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing.
Experience supporting NPI, process transfer, or manufacturing qualification projects.
Knowledge of semiconductor chemical handling and laboratory operations.
Experience leading continuous improvement projects or driving operational excellence initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.
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.
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