Senior Engineer I, Metrology

<div class="content-intro"><p> </p> <p><strong>Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture. </strong>​</p> <p>For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving.  But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential. </p></div><p><strong>Job's mission</strong></p> <p>As a <strong>Senior Engineer I, Metrology</strong> at ASM, you will play a critical role in enabling next-generation semiconductor technology development. Working at the heart of our RD materials development labs, you will apply advanced metrology techniques to support cutting-edge ALD and Epitaxy process innovation.</p> <p>This role offers the opportunity to work hands-on with state-of-the-art characterization tools, collaborate closely with process engineers, and directly impact the development and optimization of materials for advanced node semiconductor manufacturing—all within a collaborative, fast-moving RD environment.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>What you will be working on</strong></p> <ul> <li>Apply advanced metrology and materials characterization techniques to support ASM’s materials and process development roadmap</li> <li>Collaborate closely with ALD and Epi process engineers to select appropriate metrology methods and support data interpretation</li> <li>Acquire, analyze, and summarize metrology data for engineering teams and management reviews</li> <li>Troubleshoot metrology equipment issues and partner with tool vendors to resolve hardware and software challenges</li> <li>Develop and optimize metrology recipes and applications to improve efficiency and solve technical challenges</li> <li>Support metrology tool uptime and lab operations in collaboration with vendors and internal teams</li> <li>Train engineers on metrology tools, develop SOPs, and create recovery procedures for tool-down scenarios</li> <li>Monitor equipment performance and uptime data, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives</li> <li>Maintain LEAN 6S standards and support a clean, organized, and efficient lab environment</li> <li>Stay current with industry trends through conferences, seminars, and technical workshops</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>What we are looking for</strong></p> <ul> <li>Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related engineering discipline</li> <li>Hands-on experience with metrology techniques such as <strong>XRR, XRD, XRF, TXRF, FTIR, SPV, four-point probe, Hall effect</strong>, and defect inspection tools</li> <li>Solid understanding of semiconductor processing and device fabrication</li> <li>Strong data analysis and reporting skills; proficiency with <strong>MS Office and JMP</strong></li> <li>Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams</li> <li>Clear communication skills, both written and verbal</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>What sets you apart</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience developing metrology recipes and turnkey metrology solutions</li> <li>Background in laboratory operations and metrology equipment maintenance</li> <li>Programming or scripting experience for automation of data acquisition, analysis, or tool control</li> <li>Working knowledge of optical and e-beam defect inspection and review techniques</li> <li>Strong practical understanding of advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes</li> </ul> <p><em><sub>*This position may require flexible working arrangements, including adjusted schedules or occasional off- ... (truncated, view full listing at source)