OPC R&D Engineer

Imec is looking for an experienced optical proximity correction (OPC) engineer to bolster its R&D endeavors in the computational patterning domain, which encompass high NA EUV, NA0.33 EUV and immersion 193, targeting advanced logic, memory and patterning initiatives.

What you will do

• You'll be part of the OPC team, engaging in computational patterning R&D, including tasks such as curvilinear OPC, hNA EUV OPC and modeling, inverse lithography technology (ILT) and more.
• Your role involves supporting imec's tapeout OPC efforts, encompassing tasks like SMO, OPC recipe creation, OPC model build, and hands-on OPC execution.
• Your responsibilities will include providing optimal RET solutions across various projects, evaluating OPC requests through collaboration with imec's patterning and integration teams.
• You'll also collaborate within imec's research ecosystem by communicating with both internal and external partners to define, plan, and execute technical projects, mentoring junior engineers on R&D projects.
• You’ll spearhead the development of OPC-related R&D projects, with reporting responsibilities extending to both internal channels and external parties such as imec partners and international conferences.

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

• A PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science paired with 3-5 years of relevant industry experience, or over 7 years of industry experience with a Master's degree, is preferred.
• Proficiency in at least one (preferably 2) of these software packages is required: SIEMENS (Mentor Graphics), ASML (Brion), or Synopsys.
• Proficiency in rigorous computational patterning software like Synopsys Slitho, KLA prolith, and Hyperlith is a plus.
• Familiarity with UNIX/Linux environments and scripting languages such as Bash and TCL is expected.
• Fluent English language skills and effective reporting and communication abilities are necessary.
• A collaborative team player with a curious mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

IMEC and its affiliates will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. IMEC will consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes submitted by vendors such as search firms, staffing agencies, professional recruiters, fee-based referral services and recruiting agencies (hereafter “Agency”) to have been referred by the Agency free of charge. IMEC will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have a prior written agreement with IMEC, validated by its HR department, in place regarding a specific job opening and allowing to submit resumes.

Job details

Title: OPC R&D Engineer

Employer: imec

Location: Kapeldreef 75 Leuven, Belgium

Published: 2025-08-19

Application deadline: Unspecified

Job type: Engineer

Field: Electrical Engineering, Programming Languages, Computational Sciences, Optics, Photonics, Computational Physics