Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life forall.Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.As a Dry Etch Process Development Engineer in the Technology Development group at Micron Technology, Inc., you will design and optimize plasma etch processes for Micron's leading-edge DRAM and NAND/NVM Flash products. You will take ideas from conception, through process development, and finally implementation in our production facilities.As such, you may be required to travel to Micron's manufacturing sites. Your primary areas of responsibility include plasma dry etch process design, characterization, and optimization, maintaining a pilot manufacturing line, and fundamental research.The Technology Development group at Micron is a highly collaborative environment. Dry Etch Process Development Engineers will interact with other process and equipment development engineers, and groups such as process integration, electrical failure analysis, yield enhancement, and equipment vendors to develop robust etch processes that meet the physical and electrical requirements of Micron's products.This position requires that you have a strong aptitude for engineering and innovation, and the ability to work both independently and in a team. Your responsibilities will include, but is not limited to, the following:Designing innovative plasma etch processes to meet the physical and electrical requirements of Micron's products.Developing and optimizing plasma etch processes to reduce cost, process variability, and improve process capability.Collaborating with process integration and other cross-functional teams to develop innovative new solutions.Conducting root cause and failure mode analysis to understand the limitations of current hardware and driving vendors for solutions.Performing fundamental research to drive innovative solutions for next-generation products.Maintaining a technology development pilot manufacturing line.Qualifications:Experience in experimental design and data analysis.Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.Ability to use extensive technical knowledge to guide strategic directions.Ability to resolve complex issues through process development.Proficiency in statistics, preferably in statistical process control.Ability to work independently and in a team.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work on several projects concurrently.Experience in programming or scripting.Knowledge of semiconductor processing, solid-state device physics, and of dry etch processing or plasma physics is desirable.Education & Experience:M.S./Ph.D. (or equivalent foreign education) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or other related technical disciplines.B.S. degree with minimum 5 years' experience in Semiconductor Process Engineering will also be considered.As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays.For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted onmicron.com/careers/benefits.Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.To learn about yourright to work click here.To learn more about Micron, please visitmicron.com/careersFor US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron's People Organization ****** 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
