Contribute to advanced process development that is critical to the success of our research programs and projects
What you will do
You will join our Lab Operations & Coordination department as a process expert in metal deposition and help us to serve our customers! As a member of our XLSO group (XPLORE Lab Support and Operations), you will play a key role in expanding our metal deposition infrastructure and developing new processes on these tools. You work in a team of about 20 people with whom you interact daily to maintain a LAB that has approximately 500 registered users. You work in a dynamic multidisciplinary and multicultural environment in close cooperation with researchers, students, process and hardware engineers, industry assignees, device, and process experts.
- As a process step Engineer, you take on a key role in developing some next generation semiconductor technologies. Therefore, you will contribute to advanced process development that is critical to the success of our research programs and projects.
- With your hardware and process colleagues you ensure that your tools are running smoothly and efficiently
- During an intensive training period you will be coached by our team. They will introduce you to the LAB activities, teach and practice with you everything you need to know to excel in your role. From standard lab processing, follow-up the different service queues, process integration, data analysis, to metrology and process development.
- You will acquire a professional level of handling the tools, and you will be able to execute and investigate the results. This will enable you to make well-grounded decisions based on test and inspection results.
- You contribute to the development and follow up of integration projects in the cleanroom lab environment and report to the project manager or scientist responsible.
- In your role you will be responsible for metal process steps/areas and tools in the LAB. For these steps you will give training to new users and develop processes. Additionally, you will help to efficiently troubleshoot any unforeseen problem that might occur in your area of expertise.
- You define process quality tests, track and report these process data, anomalies, and deviations using a digital logging system (SPC tools).
- You will work in day shift.
What we do for you
We offer you the opportunity to join one of the world’s premier research centers in nanotechnology at its headquarters in Leuven, Belgium. With your talent, passion and expertise, you’ll become part of a team that makes the impossible possible. Together, we shape the technology that will determine the society of tomorrow.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and proud of our open, multicultural, and informal working environment with ample possibilities to take initiative and show responsibility. We commit to supporting and guiding you in this process; not only with words but also with tangible actions. Through imec.academy, 'our corporate university', we actively invest in your development to further your technical and personal growth.
We are aware that your valuable contribution makes imec a top player in its field. Your energy and commitment are therefore appreciated by means of a market appropriate salary with many fringe benefits.
Who you are
- You obtained a Master in Science or Engineering or equal by experience and display strong engineering skills and mindset.
- Experience in semiconductor processing or integration is a plus.
- Knowledge in metal sputter/evaporation processing is beneficial.
- You can work on your own with good hands-on skills in a LAB environment, well organized, with good attention to detail and set high standards for quality.
- You are a good communicator: you listen actively; you build bridges where needed and you communicate clearly and effectively.
- Given the international character of imec, fluency in English is a must.
- You are an enthusiastic and motivated team player with good reporting skills.
We seek a candidate who thrives in a dynamic work environment, showcasing an adaptability to diverse projects or research topics. You’ll be a key team player, ready to support colleagues and tackle impactful projects within the timelines of our trusted global partners.
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