Field Applications Engineer

Introduction ASML US brings together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, and more energy‑efficient microchips. We design, develop, integrate, market and service these advanced machines, which enable our customers – the world’s leading chipmakers – to reduce the size and increase the functionality of their microchips, ultimately leading to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics. Our headquarters are in Veldhoven, the Netherlands, and we have 18 office locations around the United States including Chandler (Arizona), San Jose & San Diego (California), Wilton (Connecticut), and Hillsboro (Oregon). Role Overview As a Field Applications Engineer you’ll play a pivotal role in enabling business development and customer adoption of ASML’s tailored, sustainable solutions. You will apply your technical expertise and industry knowledge to optimize scanner performance and enhance on‑product results in collaboration with customers and global ASML teams. This role offers the opportunity to grow into a recognized technical expert and to pursue leadership pathways in projects or management. Responsibilities Lead or support customer transitions to new technology nodes, ensuring smooth ramp‑up and performance optimization. Translate customer on‑product issues into actionable lithography or metrology problem statements and drive resolution. Define and communicate customer requirements for ASML products, leveraging deep technical engagement and collaboration. Conduct data analysis to extract meaningful insights from experimental results and guide product usage. Identify opportunities for ASML application product improvements and contribute to strategic development. Prepare and deliver technical presentations, maintain strong customer relationships, and ensure alignment across internal and external stakeholders. Education, Experience & Technical Requirements PhD in a technical field. Minimum 6 months experience in a technical workstream or customer‑focused role within the semiconductor industry. Minimum 2 years’ experience with MATLAB or Python. Minimum 2 years’ experience in data analysis and in summarizing technical findings for presentation. Required Skills Technical Agility: Ability to quickly learn and apply new information, interpret data and documentation, and adapt to changing workloads and deadlines. Customer Focus: Strong commitment to customer satisfaction through quality, efficiency, and professionalism. Project Execution: Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and results‑driven mindset with basic project management capabilities. Stakeholder Engagement: Clear and professional communication, with proven ability to manage expectations and build cooperative relationships. Collaboration & Independence: Works effectively both independently and as part of a team, following through with minimal supervision. Problem Solving: Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to identify bottlenecks and drive improvements. Organizational Strength: Excellent prioritization, time management, and follow‑up skills. Growth Mindset: Fast learner with self‑motivation to grow technically and thrive in high‑pressure, fast‑paced environments. Professionalism: Demonstrates humility, creativity, and ambition while adhering to procedures and timelines. Other Information Up to 15% travel is included in the role for training and x‑site support. Routinely required to sit, walk, talk, hear, use hands to type, finger, handle, and feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach, and stretch. Occasionally required to move around the campus. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Legal Statement 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. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. Accommodation Policy ASML provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or otherwise participate in the employee pre‑selection process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io to initiate the company’s reasonable accommodation process. Any recruitment questions should be directed to the designated Talent Acquisition member for the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr ASML