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Headquartered in Leuven, Belgium, IMEC (Interuniversity Microelectronics Centre) is a world-leading research and development hub specializing in nanoelectronics and digital technologies. The organization conducts advanced scientific research, state-of-the-art pilot-line semiconductor processing, and technological prototyping in fields spanning next-generation integrated circuits, artificial intelligence hardware, life sciences, and sustainable energy systems. By bridging academic discovery with industrial application through global corporate partnerships and R&D collaborations, the enterprise drives critical technological breakthroughs across the worldwide semiconductor and high-tech industries.

Senior Process Engineer Dry Etch What you will do

You will be an active member of the Fab Engineering Dept under the Dry Etch Process Team. Drive the etch process development in several projects and report accordingly. Guide and comprehend the interactions between the etch and other process steps. Bringing critical etch processes to the required maturity level to enable low volume production. Being and acting as dry etch tool owner including safety, quality, cycle time, cost and sustainability. Thinking ahead and participating in the definition of the Fab Engineering roadmap. Drive CIP (Continuous Improvement Project) to optimize quality and speed in production lines.

What we do for you
We offer you the opportunity to join one of the world’s premier research centers in nanotechnology at its headquarters in Leuven, Belgium. With your talent, passion and expertise, you’ll become part of a team that makes the impossible possible. Together, we shape the technology that will define the society of tomorrow.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and proud of our open, multicultural, and informal working environment with ample possibilities to take initiative and show responsibility. We commit to supporting and guiding you in this process; not only with words but also with tangible actions. Through imec.academy, 'our corporate university', we actively invest in your development to further your technical and personal growth.
We are aware that your valuable contribution makes imec a top player in its field. Your energy and commitment are therefore appreciated by means of a market appropriate salary with many fringe benefits.

Who you are

You obtained a Master’s degree or PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Material Science or equal by experience and display strong engineering skills and mindset. You have at least 5 years of experience in semiconductor industry including dry etch processes. You like to take ownership, you are well organized, with a good attention to detail and you set high standards for quality. As you will work in cross functional teams, strong communication and reporting skills are required. You are a team player with a strong drive to share your experience and knowledge with colleagues. You strive to document and report your work to highest quality standards. You are able to adapt to changing priorities. You have a methodical and insightful approach to problem diagnosis and resolution. Given the international character of imec, fluency in English is a must. IMEC and its affiliates will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. IMEC will consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes submitted by vendors such as search firms, staffing agencies, professional recruiters, fee-based referral services and recruiting agencies (hereafter “Agency”) to have been referred by the Agency free of charge. IMEC will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have a prior written agreement with IMEC, validated by its HR department, in place regarding a specific job opening and allowing to submit resumes.

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