Principal Engineer, Systems Engineering (Systems and Mechanical Engineering – Electrostatic Chuck (ESC))

Company: ASM
Location: US > Arizona > Phoenix
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Posted: Aug 19, 2026
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ASM, a global semiconductor equipment leader enabling chips for 5G, AI, and cloud computing, is hiring a Principal Engineer in Phoenix, AZ, to lead the design and development of Electrostatic Chuck (ESC) and heater hardware. This senior-level role requires a Master's or PhD in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, expertise in materials like AlN, Al2O3, SiC, and C22 alloys, and knowledge of clamping, thermal, vacuum, and plasma physics. The position focuses on innovative R&D, patent creation, and managing engineering projects across global teams and suppliers.

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture. ​

For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.

Reporting to the Expert System Engineering Manager, the Principal Engineer for Electrostatic Chuck (ESC) is accountable for the design, and delivery of hardware engineering solutions focused on ESC and heaters technology.

The Engineer will be responsible for focusing on the development of highly innovative technologies over legacy solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of ESC and heaters hardware platforms and modules.
  • Ensure timely delivery of new components and modules designs including safety, specifications, conceptual configuration, detailed design, factory release, configuration control, and documentation.
  • Support customer-specific designs and product cost reduction initiatives.
  • Drive new technology exploration and development of new processes.
  • Establish budgets and measurable performance indicators for the program/ project
  • Manage engineering projects to meet deliverables, quality, budget, and timing.
  • Foster a collaborative and engaging environment across departments and suppliers.
  • Collaborate with universities, research institutes, and engineering firms for breakthrough technological solutions.
  • Motivated to drive innovation through R&D and create patents.

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree or PhD in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
  • Experience in hardware engineering including semiconductor processing.
  • Expertise in material science including AlN, Al2O3, SiC, and C22 alloys.
  • Understanding of failure modes and process performance behavior.
  • Knowledge of clamping mechanisms and thermal engineering.
  • Experience in vacuum and plasma physics.
  • Proficiency in mechanical design and manufacturing processes.
  • Demonstrated system thinking capabilities.

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Proven ability to create performing components and modules
  • Track record of delivering engineering solutions in multicultural and dynamic environments.
  • Advance thinking and long-term planning.
  • Effective communication across diverse audiences.
  • Team building and networking capabilities.
  • Experience in global organizations.
  • Hands-on R&D experience and familiarity with fab equipment.
  • Supplier management includes communication, negotiation, strategic planning, and problem solving.
  • Innovation mindset

Apply today to be part of what’s next.

We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.

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ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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About the Company

Name: ASM
Location: Almere, Netherlands
Website: https://www.asm.com

A materials discovery company advancing progress through the art of atomic layering. For nearly 60 years, materials innovation has been at the core of everything we do. We explore atoms, so others can explore space, forge energy's future, discover a cure, and engineer intelligence. From deposition to surface modification, we enable the functional layers that define performance, power, and reliability across modern devices.

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