R&D Engineer exploratory device processing

What you will do

• You will be the contact point for the internal and external customers and device engineers.
• You will translate the device specifications to realistic process and integration flows and supervise their execution.
• You will work hands-on in the cleanroom lab environment to develop new processes and materials.
• You will report to project managers on the process developments and status.
• You will co-ordinate the device fabrication and the process engineers and assistants for a timely and high quality execution.
• You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the cleanroom lab's capabilities and identify innovative methodologies that can enhance the current state-of-the-art.

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 PhD degree or Master’s degree with experience in Electronics Engineering or Nano-science/nano-technology.
• Have extensive knowledge of thin film devices and experience with MEMS or microfluidics.
• Have cleanroom experience and good knowledge about thin film device fabrication in a MEMS or semiconductor environment.
• Have experience in project writing. You are organized and you can structure a complex project.
• Have excellent communication skills, that you will use to interface with internal and external customers. 
• Can work according to agreed customer timelines and manage time efficiently according to strict project schedules.
• Take initiative and work on your own, while being part of a team.
• Are result-driven and flexible to meet stringent deadlines with quality output.
• Enjoy working in multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural teams.

We seek a candidate who thrives in a dynamic work environment, showcasing an adaptability to diverse projects or research topics. You’ll be a key team player, ready to support colleagues and tackle impactful projects within the timelines of our trusted global partners.