R&D Hardware Engineer

What you will do

• You are the first point of contact when a tool/set-up arrives in the lab to foresee it for all needed facilities, taking all the imec procedures into account.
• You work in close cooperation with the researchers/scientists to let the tool or set-up working in the best way and look for improvement when needed.
• You proactively ensure safe working in the labs and support the team by flagging unsafe behaviour by involved lab users.
• You play an important role in organizing the labs in a professional way.
• You maintain stock for essential parts and order the needed materials. 
• You help keeping the data platforms of the labs up to date.
• You are in close contact with facility engineers to let the things happening for your devices.

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 bachelor’s degree with approximately 3-5 years of relevant experience (equivalent to a Master’s degree by experience) or a Master’s degree in Science or Engineering (also for starters). 
• You are open to learn - on the job, from courses organized by imec or external. 
• You have a solid background in mechanics, electricity and electronics, experience with working with chemicals and knowledge of vacuum technology is a plus. Hands-on experience with 3D drawing/printing can be helpful.
• You are eager to learn the extras.

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