Senior Engineer I, Metrology

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Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture. ​ For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.

Job's mission As a Senior Engineer I, Metrology at ASM, you will play a critical role in supporting advanced semiconductor materials and process development. Working within ASM’s R&D lab environment in Korea, you will operate and optimize high-end metrology tools such as TEM and FIB to generate high-quality characterization data. In this role, you will collaborate closely with process development engineers to enable data-driven decisions, develop advanced metrology applications and recipes, and contribute to the advancement of next-generation ALD and Epitaxy technologies.

You will also ensure reliable tool operation and efficient lab performance while supporting continuous improvement in metrology capabilities.

What you will be working on Operate and optimize advanced metrology tools (TEM, FIB) for materials and process characterization Perform high-quality sample analysis and support internal/external demonstrations and applications development Develop and optimize metrology recipes, including Best Known Methods (BKM) and production-ready applications Collaborate closely with process engineers to select appropriate characterization techniques and support data interpretation Analyze and present metrology results to support process development and engineering decision-making Troubleshoot tool performance issues and coordinate with vendors to resolve hardware/software challenges Support metrology tool uptime, monitor SPC data, and participate in tool efficiency improvement initiatives Develop applications to identify process issues, solve problems, and optimize measurement capability Maintain laboratory LEAN 6S standards and ensure safe, clean, and efficient lab operations Support development of new analytical methods and metrology techniques aligned with ASM’s technology roadmap Train engineers on metrology tools and develop SOPs and recovery procedures for tool-down scenarios Stay up to date with industry trends, metrology innovations, and new characterization techniques What we are looking for Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a related engineering discipline Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience operating TEM and/or FIB tools for semiconductor materials or devices Solid understanding of semiconductor processing and device fabrication Hands-on experience with metrology techniques such as XRR, XRD, XRF, TXRF, FTIR, SPV, four-point probe, Hall effect, and defect inspection tools is a plus Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex results Experience with SPC data monitoring and equipment performance analytics preferred Proficiency in MS Office tools; experience with data analysis tools (e.g., JMP) is a plus Strong communication skills in both Korean and English, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks in a dynamic R&D environment What sets you apart Experience developing metrology recipes and turnkey metrology solutions Hands-on experience in TEM/FIB applications development and advanced characterization techniques Background in laboratory operations, tool maintenance, and equipment troubleshooting Experience supporting semiconductor process development (e.g., ALD, Epitaxy)Knowledge of optical and e-beam defect inspection methods Programming or scripting experience for automation of data acquisition or analysis Strong collaboration skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams *This position may require flexible working arrangements, including adjusted schedules or occasional off-hour support, depending on operational and project needs in the R&D environment.

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