We are looking for

Metrology Engineer

With deep expertise in microscopy techniques, strong mathematical and programming skills, and a passion for developing advanced metrology methods. This role will focus on supporting our semiconductor manufacturing processes, with a particular emphasis on microscopy, spectroscopy, and defect control. The ideal candidate will have experience in instrumentation including (optical) defect analysis, particle control, and method development relevant to the semiconductor industry. 

This position is ideal for someone with a hands-on approach to measurement science and data; person who can develop, validate, and maintain critical metrology techniques essential to our operations. 

Metrology Engineer operates under Core Engineering department. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and optimize metrology methods with a focus on microscopy and spectroscopy for semiconductor industry. 

• Conduct routine and advanced characterization of materials, including analysis for contamination control. 

• Design and implement tools for analyzing measurement data and controlling measurement equipment. Develop algorithms to process and visualize data, interpret results, and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.

• As tool owner, support processes for metrology tool upkeep, including regular maintenance, calibration, and validation to ensure instruments remain accurate and operational. Stay current with metrology advancements and collaborate with external measurement service providers.

• Participate in full scope of development project actions and management including project plan, risk assessment, response to issues, execution and reporting. 

• Collaborate with R&D, process engineering, and quality assurance teams to support product development and ensure process control. 

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience with instrumentation and analytical techniques (e.g., SEM, Optical Microscopy, Laser scattering, Defect Inspection, GC-MS, UV-Vis-NIR and Raman spectroscopy), preferably also maintenance, calibration, and validation processes for such tools. 

• Strong programming skills for data analysis, including hands‑on use of data‑science libraries (e.g., pandas, NumPy, SciPy); preference for Python. 

• Experience in image-based defect detection and classification using advanced techniques such as machine learning and computer vision is highly appreciated. 

• Familiarity with measurement uncertainty and Measurement System Analysis (MSA), combined with experience in data management and statistical analysis using tools such as JMP, is highly valued. 

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges and contribute to cross-functional problem solving. Collaborative can-do-attitude and high level of execution is a must. 

• Fluent English (written and verbal). 

• M.Sc. or PhD degree in Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science or related field. 

You will succeed in this role if you have flexibility, goal-oriented determination, and you possess both the initiative to work independently and also in collaboration with a project team. 

ABOUT CANATU

As an entrepreneurial company, you will be a part of a dynamic and forward-looking scale-up with great team spirit and peer support. At Canatu, the following core values define who we are and who we want to be, guiding us in our day-to-day work:

• Curiosity to discover provides us with the spark that takes us out into the world to observe and find.

• Commitment to achieve is how we take those discoveries from ideas to something concrete.

• Collaboration for impact is required to develop what we create into impactful and meaningful products.

• Passion for progress keeps us working for new ways to do things for better tomorrows.

Does this resonate? It’s what defines us. Join us to do work with an impact.

For more information on this position, please contact Salla Oksala at salla.oksala@canatu.com. Please apply latest 18th of January, 2026.