We’re Hiring: InP Epitaxy Engineer at VTEC Lasers & Sensors
Are you passionate about semiconductor materials, crystal growth, and advanced photonic technologies? At VTEC Lasers & Sensors, we are developing advanced photonic solutions for the datacom and telecom markets, enabling next-generation AI infrastructure and optical communication systems.
We are looking for a motivated Junior / Mid-Level InP Epitaxy Engineer to join our growing team in Eindhoven and contribute directly to the development of high-performance photonic integrated circuits based on InP platforms.
📍 Location: Eindhoven, The Netherlands
🏢 Company: VTEC Lasers & Sensors
💼 Employment Type: Full-time
Your Opportunity
As an InP Epitaxy Engineer, you’ll play an important role in growing and optimizing InP-based epitaxial layers for advanced photonic devices. You will work with specialized epitaxy equipment, support process development, and collaborate closely with device, process, and design teams to translate technical requirements into high-quality epitaxial structures.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys semiconductor materials, crystal growth, analytical problem-solving, and hands-on work with advanced photonic technologies in a highly technical environment.
What You’ll Do
You will be involved in activities such as:
- Epitaxial Growth: Growing high-quality InP-based epitaxial layers using techniques such as MOVPE/MOCVD.
- Process Development: Developing, optimizing, and monitoring epitaxial growth processes for photonic devices.
- Wafer Characterization: Performing characterization of epitaxial wafers using techniques such as XRD, PL, EL, and microscopy.
- Material Analysis: Analyzing material quality, layer uniformity, and defect density to improve device performance.
- Equipment Maintenance: Maintaining and calibrating epitaxy equipment to ensure process stability.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working closely with device, process, and design teams to translate requirements into epitaxial structures.
- Yield Improvement: Supporting root-cause analysis, yield improvement, and continuous process optimization.
- Documentation: Documenting epitaxy recipes, process results, and best practices.
What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for someone with:
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Technology, or a related field.
- Junior to mid-level experience in semiconductor epitaxy, crystal growth, or a related technical field.
- Understanding of III-V semiconductor materials, especially InP-based systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and a quality-driven approach.
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment.
- Fluency in English.
Experience That Is a Plus
Additional experience in the following areas would be beneficial:
- Hands-on experience with MOVPE/MOCVD epitaxial growth systems.
- Familiarity with InP-based photonic devices such as lasers, modulators, or detectors.
- Experience with material characterization techniques such as XRD, SEM, AFM, or PL.
- Knowledge of semiconductor process integration and photonic device physics.
- Experience in a cleanroom or semiconductor manufacturing environment.
Qualities We Value
- A hands-on, solution-driven approach to technical challenges.
- Precision, ownership, and a strong sense of responsibility.
- A strong interest in semiconductor materials and photonic technologies.
- The ability to work carefully and consistently with specialized laboratory equipment.
- A collaborative mindset and clear communication style.
What We Offer
- An opportunity to work on state-of-the-art III-V photonic technologies for datacom and telecom applications.
- A collaborative and innovative engineering environment.
- Hands-on involvement in advanced semiconductor material development.
- Professional training, development, and learning opportunities.
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- A modern workplace in Eindhoven, one of Europe’s leading high-tech hubs.
Working at VTEC
This position requires regular on-site presence in Eindhoven, as the role involves working with specialized epitaxy equipment and characterization tools in a laboratory environment.
At VTEC Lasers & Sensors, you will be part of a specialized photonics company working on technologies that support the future of optical communication, AI infrastructure, and high-performance connectivity.
How to Apply
Are you excited about semiconductor epitaxy and eager to develop your career in a fast-growing photonics company?
Send your CV and a short motivation letter via the VTEC careers page.
Take the next step in your engineering career with VTEC Lasers & Sensors. Together, we’ll help shape the future of photonics.
