R&D Project Engineer – Pathfinding Integration OperationsThe R&D Project Engineer is responsible for day-to-day high quality and highly efficient output of the Pathfinding Integration department. Together with the Platform & Operations Efficiency Team and in close collaboration with our Fab Engineering counterpart, you enable the speed of learning in our 300mm pathfinding activities (3D, Compute & Memory) and drive to the required results by constantly seeking improvements. Effective solutions for day-to-day problems regarding resource management, cycle time performance, and delivering value on time are your first focus. Your practical experience is crucial to manage goals, milestones, set the right priorities, and ensure high quality support. You enjoy working with solid knowledge, clear goals, and up-to-date work planning. You create a climate of cooperation and generate win-win outcomes.What you will doYou are in close contact with Fab Engineering teams, staying up to date with trends and evolutions in our industry regarding hardware and process applications in our clean room.You ensure 7/7 Operational Continuity by following up on day-to-day R&D Pathfinding Integration “work in process” activities.You optimise the performance of our R&D Pathfinding Integration department by leading different Operational Excellence projects, working closely with Fab Engineering counterpart and Platform & Operations Efficiency Team.You are responsible for identifying, initiating, and implementing Operational Efficiency improvement ideas.You are responsible for achieving the different KPIs set within the Pathfinding Integration department, ensuring timely delivery of value to our internal and external customers.You communicate status and issues to peers, customers, and the management team.You will work in day shift, including 1 weekend (Sa/Su) out of 4, to support the 24h by 7d FAB.What we do for youWe 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 appreciate your valuable contribution, making imec a top player in its field. Your energy and commitment are rewarded with a market-appropriate salary and many fringe benefits.Who you areYou preferably obtained a Master's degree in Engineering or Applied Sciences. You like project ownership and are grounded in a solid technical background. Working across diverse projects appeals to you. You inspire trust and confidence, and you are enthusiastic about taking up challenges and reaching ambitious objectives to align operational excellence and customer experience. Former experience (3+ years) in a production or development environment is preferred.Preferably, you combine a maximum of the following skills:Relevant (hands-on) experience in operation in a clean room environment.You enjoy sharing knowledge and technical information with comfort and clarity, building bridges between different departments and stakeholders (e.g., Unit Process Development, Integration Engineers, Fab Engineering, Quality Team).Process & Quality driven problem solver: You manage multiple priorities with a proactive “can do” attitude. Thanks to your result-oriented focus and sense of urgency, you can drive projects to closure in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with the 8D methodology to identify, correct, and eliminate recurring problems is preferred.Analytical thinker: You quickly detect and define problems, setting up coherent action plans and coaching problem-solving.You have experience in planning and leading improvement projects.You possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across departments productively.You are a good team player but can also work well independently, and you are stress-resistant.Excellent time management, multi-tasking, and project management skills are key.Given the international character of imec, excellent English verbal and written communication skills are required.
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