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Become an engineering pioneer and help build the first 300mm cleanroom in Spain as an Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer!

Imec is the world’s largest independent research and innovation center for nanoelectronics and digital technology. As the chip lab of the world, imec drives the advancements that power today’s most cutting-edge technology. By making chips smaller, faster, more affordable, and more sustainable, we tackle the most pressing global challenges, such as climate change, pollution, accessible healthcare, and sustainable food provision. From the chips in your smartphone to the innovations transforming health, automotive, agritech, energy and beyond: imec is shaping the future.

As part of our ambition, we are establishing a specialized chip technology pilot line in Malaga (Spain). This new innovation facility intends to complement imec’s existing 300mm advanced CMOS process line in Leuven, Belgium, with new 300mm processes developments and the introduction of new materials. The new facility aims to answer the industry’s need for R&D, prototyping and pave the road to the manufacturing of promising, new technologies to drive new applications in health care, life sciences, photonics, augmented and virtual reality, precision sensing, ...
Are you excited about the opportunity to be a pioneer in constructing Spain's first 300mm cleanroom? We're looking for an Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer to join our Engineering team!

What you will do

You will initially work for two years in our Belgium headquarters, collaborating within our FAIN engineering department. After this period, your pioneering journey starts with a relocation to Malaga (Spain) to be involved with the commissioning of a semiconductor cleanroom and related facilities. Finally, you will be responsible for ensuring the continuous and efficient operation of the electrical and instrumentation systems in this brand new state-of-the-art cleanroom.
As our Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer, your key responsibilities will be:

• Work alongside cross-functional teams to drive project success.
• Provide expert technical support and troubleshooting during the construction phase, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
• Participate in the installation and commissioning of cutting-edge electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Support project timelines and deliverables, playing a key role in our ambitious initiatives.
• Continuous improvements: perform regular maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements to optimize system performance.
• Quality assurance: Monitor system performance, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with the highest electrical safety and engineering standards.

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 define the society of tomorrow.

We offer you the chance to learn from experts in our state-of-the-art cleanroom at our headquarters in Leuven (Belgium) for a period of two years. After this training period, you transfer your knowledge and become one of the pioneers to build the first 300mm cleanroom in Malaga (Spain).

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 Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related field.
• You have proven experience in electrical and instrumentation engineering, preferably in the process industry.
• You show a strong knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, and control systems.
• You have experience with high and low voltage distribution systems
• You are familiar with control and monitoring systems (FMCS)
• You can count on your basic knowledge of gas detection systems
• You possess excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• You dare to take initiative and take ownership of your tasks while being an integral part of a team.
• You have an open and clear communication style, both within the organisation and with external partners
• You are flexible to relocate to Malaga (Spain), after an initial 2-year period in Belgium.
• Proficiency in Spanish is required, along with a good command of English.

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