NPI Production engineer system setup - optics

ASML’s ability to deliver advanced EUV systems depends on translating groundbreaking designs into stable, high‑volume manufacturing. Within the EF (EUV Factory), Production Engineering (PE) plays a crucial role in making this transition possible. As part of PE, the NPI (New Product Introduction) function ensures that new system designs, modules, and processes reach the factory with the right maturity, robustness, and capability for predictable execution.

NPI engineers connect development and manufacturing by evaluating manufacturability, defining process readiness, and steering the industrialization path of new configurations. You shape how new technology enters the EF factory, guiding readiness criteria, enabling fast learning cycles, and safeguarding stable performance during the Introduction phase.

Your contribution ensures that ASML can ramp up new EUV generations quickly and reliably, supporting high product quality, short lead times, and accelerated time‑to‑market for the factory.

As an EF NPI Production Engineer for Optics, you take responsibility for preparing optical modules for Introduction into the EF factory. You ensure that optical integration flows are ready for execution, that projection‑critical processes perform consistently, and that the factory can build and qualify optical modules with confidence.

You lead the installation and qualification of optical modules by refining integration sequences, validating optical performance indicators (wavefront, mirror alignment, focus uniformity), and securing all projection‑related requirements. Working closely with Development & Engineering, you assess design intent, identify manufacturability risks, and drive improvements that protect both hardware integrity and performance stability.

You guide the Introduction of new optical configurations by preparing the factory for volume execution, optimizing tooling, enhancing procedures, and ensuring safe handling of high‑value optical components. When deviations occur, you lead structured root‑cause analysis and verify that corrective actions are properly embedded into the process.

Your objective is to establish a predictable, repeatable, and scalable optical integration process that supports the early‑build phase, accelerates learning, and enables a smooth transition to volume manufacturing.

What You Drive in the EUV Factory

Factory Readiness for New Optical Modules

You translate design proposals into manufacturable processes. By reviewing early concepts, highlighting feasibility risks, and shaping the industrialization path, you ensure the EF factory is prepared for the arrival of new optics and projection‑critical components.

Transition from Development to Manufacturing

• You bridge D&E and the factory by confirming that:

• Build, alignment, and qualification flows are validated,

• Instructions and tooling are ready for use,

• Competencies and support are in place for initial builds.

You guide the early builds closely, ensuring stability before handing over to volume manufacturing.

Optimization of Optical Integration Processes

Through analysis and hands‑on learning, you strengthen the optical build flow by:

• streamlining sequences for predictability and efficiency,

• simplifying or standardizing critical steps,

• embedding learnings into clear documentation and instructions.

Complex Issue Resolution & Performance Safeguarding

When optical or projection issues appear, you step in to:

• investigate challenging alignment or installation deviations,

• perform structured root cause analysis,

• implement and verify sustainable corrective actions,

• support escalations or urgent shifts when needed.

Your interventions protect both performance and hardware integrity.

Process Ownership & Documentation Quality

You maintain the full ecosystem of process documentation:

• installation instructions,

• alignment procedures,

• work preparation content,

• supporting flow materials.

Everything remains accurate, complete, and aligned with standards to enable flawless execution.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field

• (Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, Optics, or similar)

• 3+ years of experience in a high‑tech production environment, preferably in optical assembly, alignment, or testing

• Experience with complex production processes, including troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis

• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum ways of working

• Knowledge of optics or projection systems is a plus

• Effective interPersonal Skills:; able to convince others

• Flexible, can cope with stress

• Strong technical and business knowledge

• Strong analytical mind

• Focused on quality and continuous improvement

• Team player

• Good social and communication skills

• Adequate English language skills in speech and writing

The sector Operations is responsible for the production of wafer scanners. The complete production process of the most advanced machines takes place within Manufacturing.

The EUV Factory (EF) produces the newest generation wafer scanners. Within this Factory, Production Engineering NPI (EF ENG PE NPI) continuously adapts, optimizes, and supports the production processes with the main focus on the new product Introductions (including the system installation and qualification process at the customer location). This secures a good flow and capability for higher move rates for the volume engineering teams.

The holder of this position reports to the PE NPI System Setup group lead of GMF EF ENG PE NPI, with stakeholders within factory, D&E, and program teams.

Do you want to be part of progress as a Production Engineer? Please apply with both a CV and cover letter with your motivation for ASML as well as this position within the EUV Factory in Veldhoven, the Netherlands. A cover letter is a must for this role.

When you have a new position in ASML, we want you to be able to learn and develop. We also want you to be able to add value and contribute in the role. You need time in a position for both these things. Ideally, you should be in a position for at least three years before applying for a new position. There may be exceptions for business or personal reasons.

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.

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Work Experience: 2-3 years,4-9 years

Travel: See job description

Education Level: Bachelor,Master

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Team: Manufacturing

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