Internship - Production Engineer

Introduction to the job

ASML US, LP brings together the most creative minds in science and technology to develop lithography machines that are key to producing faster, cheaper, more energy-efficient microchips. We design, develop, integrate, market and service these advanced machines, which enable our customers - the world’s leading chipmakers - to reduce the size and increase the functionality of their microchips, which in turn leads to smaller, more powerful consumer electronics. Our headquarters are in Veldhoven, the Netherlands, and we have 18 office locations around the United States including main offices in Wilton, CT, Chandler, AZ, San Jose, CA and San Diego, CA.

Role and responsibilities

The Production Engineer Intern at ASML will designs, develops, implements and sustains methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture, fabrication, testing and troubleshooting of critical consumable component.  This role is responsible for factory metrics such as yield, cycle time, and capacity.  Designs process and manufacturing tooling solutions to influence factory metrics.  Designs and executes test plans to qualify changes in manufacturing process.  Interfaces with design engineering in coordinating the release of new products.  Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations.  Additionally, this role may review proposals of outside vendors regarding the purchase of new or modernization of existing production/processing equipment.  As well as works in a cross functional team to deliver industrialized production process.

• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods.
• Designs and executes qualification tests for manufacturing process or equipment changes.
• Creates assembly and test processes and procedures.
• Applies statistical methods to analyze in line and end user quality data.
• Evaluates and analyzes data acquired during test using programs such as MS Excel, MS Access, JMP, Minitab and Lab View.  Makes recommendations for process or design modifications based on analysis.
• Builds and maintains databases.
• Investigates and reports root cause of problems, follows up with corrective actions.
• Works with design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Coordinates Special Build activities between Engineering and Manufacturing.
• Participates in daily factory meeting and drives for resolution of problems.
• Implements containment and corrective actions.
• Creates data collection reports for input by manufacturing organization.
• Develops / refines business processes.
• Facilitates completion of prototype and pilot production units to meet schedule requirements.
• Deliver technical support to contribute to rapid solutions of complex technical issues. 
• Arrange proper follow up to minimize impact on cycle time. 
• Prevent disturbances from re-occurring by feeding issue resolution in cooperation with Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Design & Engineering. 
• Enable self-supportiveness of the 1st line by knowledge sharing and development. 
• Participate in continuous improvement projects. 
• Required to be onsite for in 2025 for 100% of working week during working hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Education and experience

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in relative Science or Engineering discipline
• Experience using one or more of the following software packages: Excel, MS Access, LabVIEW, JMP, MS Project, Minitab, Visual Basic and equivalent programming knowledge are desired but not required.
• Competence in electrical, software and mechanical troubleshooting and functions preferred 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to translate, statistically analyze data, and effectively report problems through written and/or graphical formats.

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 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:

• Can observe and respond to people and situations and interact with others encountered in the course of work.  
• Must be able to read and interpret data, information, and documents.
• Ability to complete assignments with attention to detail and