Introduction to the Job

　　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 inChandler, Arizona, San Jose and San Diego, California, Wilton, Connecticut, and Hillsboro, Oregon.

　　As an Optical/Optomechanical New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer within Development & Engineering, you will be operating in a fast paced and multidisciplinary development environment. Using a combination of technical and personal skills, the NPI engineers develops and maintains a relationship with our suppliers to drive the industrialization efforts of the manufacturing process of our optical components and parts. This individual works closely with the suppliers and ASML cross-sector development teams to optimize the effectiveness and efficiency of the product generation process, in alignment with the ASML project. The main goal of this cross-sector activity is to secure an excellent quality of parts delivered by our suppliers.

　　Role and Responsibilities

　　Within the D&E organization, the Optical/Optomechanical NPI engineer is the primary person responsible for creating an optimal engineering collaboration between our optical suppliers and ASML, starting from early supplier involvement through product design and maturity. As part of the D&E project team, this individual works closely with their suppliers to understand and leverage their technology and processes and integrate these processes into the ASML new product development projects to drive industrialization efforts.

　　 NOTE: This is a technical position in a highly technical company and not a general Quality Assurance/Black Belt/Lean Manufacturing role. The ideal candidate has a combination of a strong technical/manufacturing expertise combined with a quality assurance background .

　　The main responsibilities are:

　　Early supplier involvement in the D&E project to secure that technology expertise of co-development and supplier are merged in the best way.Ensure that part quality, manufacturability and serviceability aspects are covered in the design phase.Document the D&E project collaboration, including supplier & co-development responsibilities and roles via a Statement of Work (SoW).Support and own new product introduction (NPI) and support early supplier selection and engagement.Deliverables that secure parts quality from suppliers in the co-development product generation process, such as:Acceptance of the design and/or specification of complete & detailed parts qualification processAcceptance of qualified partsProcess flow and Process failure mode effect analysisFirst article inspectionBusiness demands will require travel (~20% but could be more during escalation situations and with notice)Define and maintain supplier interface processes, such as:

　　Issue resolutionQualification deviationConfiguration managementASML factory disturbancesContribute to supplier development to improve operational excellence by driving execution of existing agreements, improvement actions, and participation in supplier audits. The NPI eng is part of the D&E project team and, therefore, interfaces with project leaders, design engineers, architects, manufacturing & customer support engineers, logistics, procurement, etc.

　　Education and Experience

　　To help us tackle the technical challenges we face, you will need experience working on high-tech products and with complex processes.

　　Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Material Science (or similar)

　　BS with minimum of 12 years work experience.MSc with minimum of 8 years work experience.

　　Relevant work experience must have taken place as an experienced designer or process engineer who has gained experience in the areas of Quality systems and methodologies (Six Sigma Green or Black belt), as well as direct manufacturing and/or engineering experience including:

　　Manufacturing techniques including optical design, fabrication and polishing, optical materials, coatings, and precision measurement, interferometry, optical microscopy, fiber-optics, laser photonics, optical sensors, etcExperience in at least one of the following: Precision mechanics, opto-mechanics, electro-mechanics, and laser modules.Experience with new product introduction in a technically driven fieldTechnical improvement projects in supply chain operationsValue Engineering and cost-reduction projectsWorking closely with suppliers on technical/manufacturing process development including mFLOW, pFMEA, SPC, RCA, etc

　　Skills

　　Working at the cutting edge of tech, you will always have new challenges and new problems to solve - and working together is the only way do that. You will not work in a silo. Instead, you will be part of a creative, dynamic work environment where you will collaborate with supportive colleagues. There is always space for creative and unique points of view. You will have the flexibility and trust to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems.

　　To thrive in this job, you will need the following skills:

　　Fluency in EnglishHighly motivated team player with excellent communication skillsAbility to motivate and lead a teamFlexible, open-minded and able to work in a challenging, dynamic environmentCan observe and respond to people and situations and interact with others encountered in the course of work.Must be able to read and interpret data, information, and documents.Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction through prioritization, quality, efficiency and professionalism.Ability to complete assignments with attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.Identifies bottlenecks and drives improvements.Work independently or as part of a team and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision.

　　Diversity and Inclusion

　　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 diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

　　Other Information

　　This position is located on-site in Wilton, Connecticut. It requires onsite presence to attend in-person work-related events, trainings and meetings and to further ensure teamwork, collaboration and innovationA flexible workplace arrangement may be available to employees working in roles conducive to remote work (up to 2 days a week)

　　This position may require access to controlled technology, as defined in the 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 the Company to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

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