Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Advanced Semiconductor Systems

Introduction to the Job

ASML’s Manufacturing Engineering team supports the production of highly complex optical, mechanical, electrical, and system-level assemblies used in advanced lithography systems.

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will drive process development, optimization, and sustainment in a high-tech manufacturing environment, ensuring stable, capable, and cost-efficient processes from early design through volume production.

This posting includes three positions, each supporting a specific manufacturing area: New Product Introduction (NPI) , Top-Level System Integration, Solid State Pulse Power Module (SSPPM), and Optics . Final assignment will be based on the candidate’s experience and alignment with business needs.

Role and Responsibilities

Own and sustain manufacturing processes to ensure quality, yield, and throughput performance

Lead process development and NPI activities, including manufacturing readiness, pilot builds, and transition to volume production

Translate product and design requirements into robust manufacturing processes, documentation, and control plans

Apply structured problem-solving methods (SPC, DOE, FMEA, root cause analysis) to improve process capability and reduce variation

Analyze manufacturing and test data (yield trends, paretos, Cpk) to identify improvement opportunities and drive corrective actions

Troubleshoot complex issues across optical, electro-mechanical, and system-level builds and tests

Partner cross-functionally with Design, Quality, and Production to resolve issues and improve product robustness

Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation (work instructions, standard work, control plans, BOMs)

Execute change management activities (COs, TDNs) to ensure controlled process updates

Identify and implement improvements to yield, cycle time, cost, and equipment performance using Lean principles

Support equipment qualification, tooling improvements, and production readiness activities

Provide hands-on support on the production floor and in cleanroom environments

Train and support technicians and production staff on processes and best practices

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Solid State Pulse Power Module (SSPPM)

Key Responsibilities

• •Own and sustain solid-state pulse power module (SSPPM) manufacturing processes to ensure stable quality, yield, and throughput.
• •Lead troubleshooting of complex electro‑mechanical system build and test issues; drive containment, corrective actions, and prevention of recurrence.
• •Read, understand, interpret circuit designs.

Education and Experience:

• •Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or related Engineering field
• •5+ years experience working with high‑voltage power systems, lithography, or complex hardware systems.
• •Lean Six Sigma certification or formal continuous improvement training.
• •Experience with automated test systems and metrology equipment.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – New Product Introduction (NPI)

Lead new product introduction and process development, ensuring smooth transition from design to manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

Drive manufacturing readiness, pilot builds, and product launches

Develop end-to-end manufacturing processes (flows, PFMEA, control plans)

Partner with design teams to ensure manufacturability (DFM)

Lead process validation activities (DOE, GR&R, MSA)

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related Engineering field

5+ years of experience in NPI, process development, or product transfer

Experience with DOE, FMEA, SPC, and validation methodologies

Experience working with cross-functional teams (Design, Supply Chain, Quality)

Strong background in process documentation and change management

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Top-Level Systems

Support integration, assembly, and test of complex system-level builds, including laser and electro-mechanical systems.

Key Responsibilities

Own system-level manufacturing processes for integration and final test

Troubleshoot complex electro-mechanical and system-level issues

Analyze system performance data and improve stability and throughput

Support system build, qualification, and production ramp

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or related Engineering field

5+ years of experience in system integration, complex assemblies, or manufacturing engineering

Experience troubleshooting multi-disciplinary systems (mechanical, electrical, software)

Experience with test systems, system validation, and production builds

Familiarity with high-tech or semiconductor manufacturing environments

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Optics

Support and optimize high-precision optical assembly and test processes, ensuring quality and performance of optics and alignment systems.

Key Responsibilities

Own and improve optical assembly and alignment processes

Troubleshoot optical system performance and test failures

Support metrology tools and optical test systems

Drive improvements in precision alignment, yield, and defect reduction

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Optical, Electrical, or related Engineering field

5+ years of experience in optics, precision assemblies, or electro-mechanical manufacturing

Experience with optical alignment, metrology, or high-precision systems preferred

Experience with SPC, DOE, and process capability analysis

Familiarity with cleanroom manufacturing environments

Preferred Qualifications (across all roles):

Experience in optics, laser systems, lithography, or precision electro-mechanical assemblies

Experience supporting NPI / product transfers into manufacturing

Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent training

Experience with automated test systems and metrology tools

Skills (across all roles):

Strong analytical and data-driven problem-solving

Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues

Hands-on, detail-oriented with strong ownership

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills

Continuous improvement mindset focused on yield, cost, and stability

Other Information (across all roles):

Work is performed in a cleanroom and manufacturing environment

Requires regular onsite presence and hands-on production support

May require occasional travel (

The current base annual salary range for this role is currently:

$109,200-150,150

Pay scales are determined by role, level, location and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors that that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and pay relative to other team members.

The Company offers employees and their families, medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to participate in the Company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month and (13) paid holidays throughout the calendar year. For more information, please contact the Recruiter or click on this link Compensation & Benefits in the US .

All new ASML jobs have a minimum application deadline of 10 days.

This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States 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 ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

Inclusion and diversity

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive wor