Project Engineer – Hardware Support and Projects

What you will do

• Be able to report-out on initiatives in a style that is comprehensible for senior management – be knowledgeable on concepts such as ROI, Kpi driven results and executive updates. 
• Be organised in documentation governance 
• Setup and implementing projects to improve the efficiency of the working floor (Lean 5S methodology) 
  -Registration project of calibration and working equipment 
  -Optimization of available space in the cleanroom for maintenance assets 
  -Inspections and audits to ensure proper 5S conditions are maintained. 
• Help with logistic services to the fab maintenance groups. 
  -Backup for the supply chain of process kits and subfab components (pumps, chillers) 
  -Help on improvement implementations of these process kit and subfab components management. 
  -Optimize related logistic processes and administrative tasks. 
• Improvement projects for administrative simplification by helping to implement mobile apps. Goal is to make service leaner for the users. On a longer term, learn to design and optimize apps yourself (PowerApps, SharePoint) 
• As Project Engineer: report in a consistent manner to HWSP and FabOSE Management. Autonomy is important as many projects will be novel and require the ability to independently explore and to analyse. Therefore, learning of internal processes within the fab is important. Strong interpersonal skills will help to communicate effectively, also with other Fab areas and tool owners 
• Able to manage people even when not direct reporting to you. 
• Cooperate with other colleagues in the HWSP or FabOSE team that have projects ongoing with shared interests; constructively achieve common goals. 
• Remain flexible as you navigate changing priorities between projects. The HWSP manager will support you in setting priorities correctly. 
• Drive continuous improvements – listen to customers, assist in logistic or maintenance driven processes to see opportunities. Be creative!

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 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 are a talented Project Engineer with 5 years’ experience want to join our team and help us optimize and manage complex operational processes. 
• You obtained preferably a master’s degree in engineering and have experience with project engineering.  
• You have experience with Microsoft SharePoint and/or PowerApps ( it is a benefit) 
• You can work independently but at the same time, you’re a service-oriented team player who’s likes to help colleagues across the Fab Engineering areas. 
• You're a creative problem-solver with a passion for efficiency and excellence!

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