[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All ASML Holding jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/asml-holding/) · [Search jobs](/search/) ASML Holding · Kumamoto, Japan # Application Engineer Kumamoto Kumamoto, Japan Full-time Operations Listed on ASML Holding’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on ASML Holding’s careers site →](https://asml.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/ASMLEXT1/job/Kumamoto-Japan/Application-Engineer-Kumamoto_J-00349776-10) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [ASML Holding](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/asml-holding/) / Application Engineer Kumamoto ## Job description Introduction to the job At ASML, Applications Engineering enables customer success through the deployment and optimization of advanced lithography and metrology solutions. As a Senior Field Application Engineer, you will support customer technology ramps, process optimization, high-volume manufacturing (HVM), and fab startup activities while serving as a trusted technical advisor and problem solver. ### Key Responsibilities Lead customer-facing projects supporting technology node transitions, fab startup, production ramp, and process optimization. Drive technical issue resolution using data analysis, root cause investigation, and structured problem-solving methodologies. Collaborate with customer engineering teams and ASML global experts to improve process control, overlay performance, yield, and productivity. Support new product introduction (NPI), qualification, manufacturing readiness, and technology transfer activities. Act as the primary interface between customers and ASML application, product, and development organizations. Lead technical reviews, training sessions, and customer engagements. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to building local application engineering capabilities. Develop and share best practices, knowledge, and technical expertise Travel of approximately ### Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field (Master's or PhD preferred). 4+ years of experience in Applications Engineering, Process Engineering, Yield Engineering, Lithography, Metrology, or Semiconductor Manufacturing. Customer-facing experience supporting technical projects and escalations. Experience with technology ramps, yield improvement, process control, or fab startup environments preferred. Strong analytical capabilities using Python, MATLAB, JMP, SQL, or similar tools. ### Skills Semiconductor process control, lithography, metrology, and overlay knowledge. Strong problem-solving, statistical analysis, and data interpretation skills. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership capabilities. Ability to work independently in dynamic, fast-paced customer environments. Proven mentoring, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Other Information Up to 25% travel may be required. May involve long-term customer-site assignments and international collaboration. Ability to work in semiconductor manufacturing and cleanroom environments. ### Key Competencies Customer Focus, Technical Leadership, Data Analysis, Problem Solving, Metrology, Lithography, Process Control, Yield Improvement, Product Applications, Programming, and Stakeholder Management. This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the United States Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. § 730, et seq.). Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access such controlled technology prior to beginning work. Business demands may require ASML to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology. Inclusion and diversity ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company. Need to know more about applying for a job at ASML? Read our frequently asked questions. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Kumamoto, Japan - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on ASML Holding’s careers site →](https://asml.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/ASMLEXT1/job/Kumamoto-Japan/Application-Engineer-Kumamoto_J-00349776-10) ## More jobs at ASML Holding ### [DUV Field Service Engineer (Kumamoto jasm)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/asml-holding/jobs/83fe32cd1ddeadb531fd/) Kumamoto, Japan ### [DUV Field Service Engineer Kumamoto](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/asml-holding/jobs/152f2f9e0c69d8995141/) Kumamoto, Japan ### [Field Application NTP Project lead Kumamoto](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/asml-holding/jobs/0274b30868322722d6b1/) Kumamoto, Japan ### [Kumamoto Field Service Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/asml-holding/jobs/cfe9a61c2949bfa95745/) Kumamoto, Japan ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Process Support Engineer - Kumamoto, Japan](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/applied-materials/jobs/0030e44c83ce249fd790/) Applied Materials · Kumamoto, JPN ### [Application Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/grasim-industries/jobs/fda1a363990065596ae2/) Grasim Industries · Gujarat ### [Application Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/grasim-industries/jobs/fa49ecc027055cda7bf1/) Grasim Industries · Maharashtra ### [Application Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/dc30b18a69c47bc960c3/) Siemens ### [Transformer Application Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/d0df5f3a7c27afd1871e/) Hitachi · Tokyo, Japan OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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