Mechanical Engineer: Production First Line Support (CWW D2)

Introduction to the Job

As a First Line Support Production Engineer, you will play a critical role in helping ASML deliver the advanced lithography systems that enable the world’s most sophisticated microchips. Working in our Wilton, Connecticut factory, you will support manufacturing operations by solving technical challenges, improving production performance, and helping ensure product quality.

This First Line Support Production Engineer position offers the opportunity to work directly with cutting-edge technology in a highly collaborative environment. Your work will help drive reliable production processes while supporting ASML’s mission to enable the next generation of semiconductor innovation.

Role and Responsibilities

As a First Line Support Production Engineer, you will provide hands-on engineering support to manufacturing teams and help resolve technical issues impacting production. You will work closely with technicians, engineers, and cross-functional partners to improve product quality, efficiency, and manufacturing performance.

You will:

• Troubleshoot mechanical assembly, bonding, thermal, flow, testing, and qualification issues impacting production.

• Spend approximately 75% of your time supporting operations in a cleanroom environment.

• Investigate product failures and recommend corrective actions to restore production performance.

• Develop troubleshooting guides, root cause analyses, and process improvement plans.

• Support manufacturing procedures, technical work instructions, and engineering documentation.

• Review technical drawings and specifications to identify and resolve manufacturing concerns.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve cycle time, quality, and operational efficiency.

Schedule-CWW D2: Thursday Friday Saturday, Every other Wednesday 6:00am-6:00pm

Education and Experience

To be successful in this First Line Support Production Engineer role, you should have:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or another engineering discipline with at least 2 years of related industry or internship experience, or a master's degree in an engineering field.

• Experience supporting manufacturing, production, or engineering operations in a technical environment.

• Knowledge of mechanical assembly, alignment processes, tooling, and test equipment.

• Experience using engineering and data analysis tools such as Python, MATLAB, or LabVIEW.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and optical technical drawings.

• Experience with quality methodologies such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) or statistical process control is preferred.

• Experience with enterprise or engineering systems such as SAP, Teamcenter, or Siemens NX is preferred.

• Knowledge of optical, electro-mechanical, or sensor-based systems is preferred.

Skills

Working at the cutting edge of tech, you’ll always have new challenges and new problems to solve – and working together is the only way to do that. You won’t work in a silo. Instead, you’ll be part of a creative, dynamic work environment where you’ll collaborate with supportive colleagues. There is always space for creative and unique points of view. You’ll have the flexibility and trust to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems.

To thrive in this job, you’ll need the following skills:

• Collaborate effectively with technicians, engineers, and business partners across functions.

• Analyze complex technical problems and identify practical solutions.

• Communicate clearly with team members and stakeholders at different organizational levels.

• Take ownership of challenges and drive issues through resolution.

• Prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Apply structured problem-solving and root cause analysis techniques.

• Demonstrate attention to detail while maintaining a focus on quality and safety.

• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and production needs.

Other Information

This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the 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.

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and respect diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.