Introduction to the Job ASML brings together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography systems that are critical to producing faster, more powerful, and energy-efficient microchips. We design, develop, integrate, market, and service advanced systems that enable the world's leading chipmakers to create smaller, more capable semiconductor devices that power the technologies people use every day.
We are excited to connect with talented engineers identified through the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Conference who are interested in exploring career opportunities with ASML.
As an Upgrade Install and Relocation (UIR) Engineer, you will play a key role in bringing ASML's advanced lithography systems into production at customer sites. You will install, upgrade, relocate, qualify, and optimize highly complex semiconductor manufacturing equipment that helps customers achieve world-class performance and productivity.
Working within ASML's Customer Support organization, you will collaborate with customers, engineers, and technical experts to deliver safe, high-quality installations and upgrades. In this hands-on role, you will contribute directly to technology innovation while building trusted partnerships and helping customers maximize system performance and operational success. This posting is intended to support current and future UIR hiring needs across ASML's U.S. operations. Qualified candidates may be considered for opportunities across multiple locations based on business needs.
Role and Responsibilities As an Upgrade Install and Relocation Engineer, you will work closely with customers, engineers, and technical experts to install, relocate, upgrade, and optimize advanced lithography equipment. You will combine technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and teamwork to ensure systems are delivered safely, accurately, and on schedule.
You will:
- Install, relocate, de-install, assemble, and qualify lithography systems and subsystems in cleanroom environments.
- Execute system upgrades, modifications, and recovery activities according to established procedures and technical specifications.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical, electrical, and system-level issues to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to identify and resolve technical challenges.
- Analyze system performance and verify compliance with engineering, safety, and quality requirements.
- Complete technical documentation, service reports, work orders, and project handovers accurately and on time.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute ideas that improve safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
- Build strong working relationships with customers and internal stakeholders while supporting critical semiconductor manufacturing operations.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, Electronics, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
- Internship, co-op, military technical training, field service, manufacturing, laboratory, or industry experience in a technical environment is valued.
- Experience working with mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, manufacturing, semiconductor, aerospace, energy, robotics, or other complex technical systems is preferred.
- Experience assembling, troubleshooting, testing, maintaining, repairing, or supporting technical equipment is beneficial.
- Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, engineering drawings, procedures, schematics, and specifications.
- Experience using data analysis tools, spreadsheet software, and technical reporting applications is preferred.
- Interest in semiconductor technology, customer-facing engineering, advanced manufacturing, and field-based engineering work.
Skills Working at the cutting edge of technology, you'll continuously solve new and complex challenges while collaborating with teams across the organization. Success in this role requires curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for engineering excellence.
To thrive in this role, you should demonstrate:
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication.
- Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
- Adaptability in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ownership, accountability, and professionalism.
- Ability to learn new technologies and processes quickly.
- Customer-focused mindset and strong interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to safety and operational excellence.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to team success.
At ASML, breakthrough innovation comes from different perspectives, experiences, and ideas. We welcome engineers from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about solving complex technical challenges and helping shape the future of semiconductor technology.
Other Information
- Opportunities available across multiple ASML U.S. locations, including Texas and Arizona.
- This position requires 50-80% travel, primarily within the United States, with occasional international travel based on business and customer needs.
- Some positions may require day, night, rotating, or on-call schedules based on customer and business requirements.
- Work may be performed in customer facilities, cleanrooms, manufacturing environments, laboratories, and office settings.
- This position requires the ability to work in cleanroom environments while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- The position may require standing, walking, climbing, lifting, bending, reaching, and working in confined spaces as needed.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Valid driver's license may be required for certain assignments.
The current base annual hourly range for this role is currently:
$28-38 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 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 inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.
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