Senior Engineer, Process Engineering | Global R&D Process Engineering Program

• Leuven, Belgium,today

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Senior Engineer, Process Engineering | Global R&D Process Engineering Program

ASM International

• Leuven, Belgium,today

PhD-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $139k (30 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Develop ALD/PEALD/epitaxy/PECVD thin-film processes on semiconductor equipment, then relocate to a permanent R&D role in Japan, Korea or the US.

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18-24 month structured program with hands-on ASM deposition tools, then relocation to a key product unit R&D center

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Mandatory relocation to Japan, Korea or Arizona after the Leuven training phase

Mostly at the benchDeep specialist PhD-friendlyFirst industry role Files patents regularly

Adjacent materials role:Develop ALD, PEALD, epitaxy, PECVD metal and dielectric thin films; materials characterization (XPS, SIMS, XRD, TEM, ellipsometry); PhD in Materials Science

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Seniority Mid-level

Work On-site

Type Full-time

Degree PhD

Experience 0–7 yrs

Industry Semiconductor

Role Process Engineering

Relocation Offered

Materials

metal thin films,11 rolesdielectric films,17 rolesoxide films,3 roles

Techniques

XPS,94 rolesSIMS,38 rolesXRD,186 rolesTEM,100 rolesellipsometry,83 rolesCMOS electrical characterization

Benefits

structured 18-24 month development programinternational relocation

Role details

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture. 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.

Senior Engineer, Process Engineering | Global R&D Process Engineering Program As a Senior Engineer, Process Engineering within ASM’s Global R&D Process Engineering Program, you will develop next-generation semiconductor technologies. For the first 18 to 24 months, you will onboard into a comprehensive development program, combining structured learning with hands-on work using ASM’s world-leading semiconductor processing equipment. This phase is designed to accelerate technical depth, process mastery, and integration into ASM’s global R&D community.

Following the initial 15 months in the Global R&D Process Engineering Program, you will relocate to one of ASM’s state-of-the-art R&D centers in Japan, Korea, or the United States (Arizona ) for a permanent role. You will apply the technical depth and process expertise you have developed to advance new technologies at the core of one of ASM’s key business units, working closely with leading scientists, engineers, and product teams to translate innovation into industrial impact.

Take a closer look at the role: Work with semiconductor processing equipment to research, develop and optimize unit processes focused on the deposition of metal and dielectric films via ALD, PEALD, Epitaxy, and/or PECVD. Develop innovative ideas, staying abreast of state-of-the-art processing applications in the semiconductor industry to be effective. Process consulting, including writing technical papers on advanced process applications and Intellectual Property creation. Participate in and drive technical problem-solving sessions using the related scientific method and industry tools, such as Ishikawa diagrams.

Design and conduct experiments, in addition to measuring and interpreting experimental output, aimed at fulfilling stated objectives using Design of Experiments (DOE) and Response Surface Methodology (RSM). Troubleshoot equipment problems and is personally and actively engaged in problem via hands-on modalities. Work directly customers and central marketing to understand and define requirements to successfully execute and document customer demonstrations. Develop methods and techniques for integrating me