Manufacturing Quality Engineer – Optics

• Analyze manufacturing and inspection data to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (RCA/CAPA) for defects and nonconformances
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, defect reduction, and process stability
• Support development and optimization of inspection methods and quality controls

• Develop, update, and standardize work instructions and inspection criteria
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, procedures, and documentation requirements
• Support internal and external audits to ensure readiness and conformance
• Promote consistency in defect evaluation and inspection practices across teams

• Partner with Production, Metrology, and Engineering to resolve quality issues and improve workflows
• Support Measurement System Analysis (MSA, GRR) and ensure inspection equipment accuracy and calibration
• Act as a key interface between manufacturing and engineering for quality-related topics

• Monitor and report key quality KPIs (yield, FPY, defects, escapes)
• Leverage data to drive actionable insights and influence operational decisions
• Validate effectiveness of corrective actions and ensure improvements are sustained

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field (or equivalent experience: 4 years of experience in manufacturing quality)
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing quality, preferably in precision or optical fabrication environments
• Experience with quality tools such as RCA, FMEA, SPC, MSA, and CAPA
• Familiarity with ISO9001/ISO14001 standards
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and data analysis tools

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to interpret complex data and translate into actionable improvements
• Effective communicator across technical and operational teams
• Strong ownership and accountability in driving issues to resolution
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment

The current base annual salary range for this role is currently: $81,375 - $119,350 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: $0-0 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.