Optical Sensor Design Engineer

ASML

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Wilton, CT
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16 days ago
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ASML is a leading supplier of lithography equipment, used by the world’s top chipmakers to print microchips that are increasingly powerful, fast and energy efficient.

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TL;DR · Optical Sensor Design Engineer

As an Optical Sensor Design Engineer within the Wafer Alignment Sensor department, you will design, build, test, and integrate complex optical and photonic sensor systems to support advanced semiconductor manufacturing. You will own module-level design activities, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to develop reliable solutions for lithography machines. Your daily responsibilities include building and aligning imaging, detector, and fiber-optic systems while analyzing test data to identify technical issues and lead root-cause investigations. You will also develop and improve signal-processing algorithms and analysis methods. The role requires proficiency in MATLAB for data processing and algorithm development, with preferred familiarity in Python or LabVIEW. This position addresses the critical challenge of creating precise optical alignment systems that integrate light sources, detectors, fiber optics, electronics, and signal-processing software to ensure high-precision manufacturing performance.

What you'll do

  • Design, build, and integrate complex optical alignment sensor systems for lithography machines.
  • Build and align imaging, detector, fiber-optic, and other specialized optical components.
  • Analyze test data to evaluate sensor performance and identify technical issues.
  • Lead root-cause investigations and perform complex troubleshooting activities.
  • Develop, test, and improve signal-processing algorithms and analysis methods.
  • Coordinate technical work across software, electronics, manufacturing, and equipment engineering teams.
  • Communicate technical findings clearly to internal engineering teams, customers, and suppliers.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in physics, optics, optical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Master's degree in a related technical field (preferred).
  • At least two years of relevant engineering experience, including applicable graduate research.
  • Hands-on experience building, testing, aligning, or troubleshooting optical systems.
  • Experience using MATLAB for data processing, analysis, or algorithm development.
  • Familiarity with Python or LabVIEW (preferred).
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Must be legally authorized to access controlled technology as defined in U.S. Export Administration Regulations.

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