R&D Engineer Electroplating

Supporting R&D activities for imec’s advanced technology programs

Electroplating has been the technology of choice in forming metal interconnects in integrated circuits. Key requirements for future interconnect technology, quantum computing applications and 3D processing are defect-free filling of Cu damascene interconnects, the deposition of superconducting materials and the formation of redistribution layers, microbumps and metal pillars. The aim of this position is to strengthen the R&D activities in electroplating for advanced nano-interconnects, quantum computing and 3D-stacked IC technology.  

What you will do

You will be a member of a team responsible for performing research and developing new processes.  
You will work in a dynamic multidisciplinary environment in close collaboration with other researchers, hardware engineers, process experts, material and equipment vendors, industrial assignees and colleagues working for imec’s technology programs. 

As an Electroplating R&D engineer, you contribute to the R&D activities on the deposition of metals and metal alloys, physico-chemical and electrical characterization, and validation of the obtained results with state-of-the-art equipment. 

More specifically, your tasks include:  

• Design, conduct and analyze experiments and experimental results 
• Perform post-plating characterization, interpret and report on the results 
• Perform and coordinate non-standard development work in IMEC’s fab together with fab process engineers and the pilot line 
• Actively contribute to technology transfers, research programs and joint development programs with external partners 
• Interface with integration engineers and imec partner companies 
• Take in questions and requests from customers, and actively follow up 
• Collect information from your peers, summarize and transfer to the partner companies 
• Report about your work to internal and external partners 

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 determine 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 have a Ph.D or Master of Science degree in the fields of Chemistry, Materials Science or Engineering. Proven experience in the field of electroplating is an asset. 
• You are capable to work independently with a focus on quality. 
• You actively participate in cross-functional teams. 
• You have good in-person and written communication skills since you will work with a multicultural mix of imec engineers, researchers, partners and customers.  
• You are a team-player with good networking skills.   
• Since your job consists of a variety of activities that depend on interactions with imec’s research programs and customers, a flexible attitude towards your tasks is required. 
• Given the international character of imec, good knowledge of (spoken and written) English is a must. 

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