Product Safety Engineer

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.  

Job's mission

As a Product Safety Engineer at ASM, you’ll lead safety compliance for advanced semiconductor equipment that powers the technologies of tomorrow. You’ll ensure our designs meet global and European safety standards, driving innovation while protecting people and processes. Your expertise will shape safe, reliable solutions that enable breakthroughs in AI, 5G, and beyond.

What you will be working on

• Lead product safety compliance efforts for assigned U.S. business units.
• Conduct hazard analyses and risk assessments for new equipment designs.
• Review design changes and retrofits to maintain safety compliance.
• Coordinate third-party safety evaluations to align with SEMI and EU regulations.
• Guide engineering teams on safety design practices.
• Collaborate with ASM’s Global Product Safety Technology team to update global safety guidelines.
• Investigate Safety Incident Reports (SIR), perform root cause analysis, and develop mitigation plans.
• Support Phoenix D lab modifications, including Management of Change and chemical authorization processes.
• Serve as a point of contact for customer safety inquiries and provide timely resolutions.
• Develop and deliver product safety training for engineering teams.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or similar, with 4+ years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree with 2+ years.
• Experience in semiconductor industry and industrial equipment safety.
• Strong project management skills with ability to drive projects to closure.
• Knowledge of European Machinery Regulation (EU 2023/1230) and previous Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC).
• Knowledge of European EMC Directive (2014/30/EU).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage customer safety inquiries effectively.
• Ability to travel 10-25% domestic and international. 

What sets you apart

• CMSE® Certified Machinery Safety Expert.
• Certification as Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or Safety Professional (CSP).
• Product safety engineering compliance experience in semiconductors.
• Familiarity with SEMI Safety Guidelines (SEMI S2, S8, S22) and risk estimation per SEMI S10/S14.
• Experience leading design reviews using FMEA, HAZOP, or “What-If” methods.
• Ability to deliver product safety training sessions.
• Multilingual skills (Dutch, Korean, Italian, Japanese preferred)

Benefits:

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k)Retirement plan
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, flex, and holiday) & Parental Leave Benefit
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP), Family support, and parental consulting groups
• Healthcare Concierge
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Lifestyle Spending Account / Fitness Reimbursement
• Fertility & Family Support Programs
• Wellness Program with medical premium discounts

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.