Job Description

Introduction to the Job

As a Mechanical Engineer at ASML, you will help develop technology that makes advanced semiconductor manufacturing possible. Your work will contribute to innovative systems that power technologies used every day, including artificial intelligence, healthcare, communication, and consumer electronics.

In this Mechanical Engineer role, you will lead complex mechanical design activities, own critical module-level deliverables, and influence technical decisions across interconnected systems. You will collaborate with engineers, suppliers, and stakeholders to solve challenging technical problems while balancing quality, performance, manufacturability, and delivery objectives.

Role and Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and delivering complex mechanical designs throughout the product development lifecycle. You will work independently within your area of expertise while collaborating across teams to achieve project goals and support ASML's commitment to innovation, quality, and operational excellence.

You will:

• Lead the design and development of complex mechanical modules, components, and engineering solutions.
• Define, analyze, and manage design requirements while ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Conduct research, feasibility studies, and technical evaluations to support informed engineering decisions.
• Develop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs, including material selection and technical documentation.
• Support system integration, testing, validation, and continuous improvement activities to ensure product quality.
• Identify technical risks, develop creative solutions, and balance quality with timely project delivery.
• Mentor and guide engineers while promoting collaboration, knowledge sharing, and engineering best practices.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in mechanical design, product development, or complex engineering systems.
• Experience leading technical projects, subsystems, or module-level design activities.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, manufacturing processes, and system integration.
• Experience using computer-aided design (CAD) software and engineering analysis tools.
• Experience creating technical specifications, engineering documentation, and design reviews.
• Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions in environments with technical uncertainty.
• Knowledge of how mechanical systems interact within larger product architectures.

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:

• Apply analytical thinking to solve complex engineering challenges.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Develop innovative and practical solutions in technically uncertain environments.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively.
• Balance competing priorities while maintaining high quality standards.
• Demonstrate ownership, accountability, and sound engineering judgment.
• Mentor and support colleagues through coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Adapt quickly to evolving technologies, priorities, and business needs.
• Use structured problem-solving approaches to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Promote safe working practices and contribute to a positive team environment.

The current base annual salary range for this role is currently: $81,375 - $119,000

Additional Responsibilities: There is potential for exposure to strong magnetic fields, high voltage and currents.

The current base annual salary range for this role is currently:

Pay scales are determined by role, level, location and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors that that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and pay relative to other team members.

The Company offers employees and their families, medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to participate in the Company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive eight (8) hours of vacation leave every month and (13) paid holidays throughout the calendar year. For more information, please contact the Recruiter or click on this link Compensation & Benefits in the US.

All new ASML jobs have a minimum application deadline of 10 days.

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.

Inclusion and diversity

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.

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