Member of Technical Staff (MTS) - Process Development, Thin Films (CVD/Diffusion), NAND

Micron; Vimercate; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers

Corporate welfare

Remote work days allowance

Health insurance

Life coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Micron Technology is seeking a senior MTS to advance NAND Advanced Thin Films by leading project-level initiatives and executing complex experiments. You will mentor engineers, support process transfer, and contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge management.

Deposition and metrology depth is essential. The role emphasizes collaboration, documentation, and staying current with industry trends in thin film processing and characterization.

Qualifications

• PhD ≥8 yrs, or Master’s ≥11 yrs, or Bachelor’s ≥13 yrs of relevant experience.
• Significant Thin Films R&D/PD experience in NAND, including Diffusion and CVD films.

Responsibilities

• Lead project-level initiatives in structural and electrical film processes.
• Carry out complex experiments and support integration under guidance of senior staff.
• Support technology transfer and ramp-up activities for process challenges.
• Maintain thorough records and contribute to guidelines and SOPs.
• Mentor early-career engineers and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

ALD deposition

CVD deposition

Metrology & characterization

DOE / SPC

Strong communication

Education

PhD in relevant field

MS in relevant field

BS in relevant field

Tools

Ellipsometry

XRR

SEM/TEM

Job description

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all . 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.

Job / Role Summary

The MTS is a senior technical contributor advancing NAND Advanced Thin Films by leading project-level initiatives, executing complex experiments, performing material characterization, and supporting integration and fixing. This role requires strong technical depth in deposition and metrology, consistent delivery of measurable results, and the ability to mentor earlier-career engineers while supporting continuous improvement and transfer readiness.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead project-level initiatives in structural and electrical film processes, especially dielectric (low/high-k) and carbon-based films.
• Carry out complex experiments and support integration under guidance of senior staff; deliver measurable results for the site/department.
• Support technology transfer and ramp-up activities; participate in multi-functional problem-solving for process challenges and innovation.
• Maintain thorough records and prepare comprehensive technical reports; contribute to guidelines/SOPs/knowledge management systems.
• Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends in thin film processing/characterization.

Other Responsibilities

• Mentor early-career engineers and provide leadership aligned with senior technical expectations.
• Support continuous improvement and optimization of existing processes.
• Integrates AI-assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness, exercising sound judgment and complying with organizational standards and legal requirements.
• Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI-enabled enhancements within one's scope of work.

Candidate Profile

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

• PhD ≥8 yrs, or Master's ≥11 yrs, or Bachelor's ≥13 yrs of relevant experience in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field,
• With significant Thin Films R&D/PD experience in NAND, specifically including Diffusion and CVD films

Must-Have Technical Skills

• Deposition expertise: ALD and CVD (plasma and thermal), recipe setup, tuning, fixing.
• Metrology/characterization proficiency (ellipsometry, XRR, SEM, TEM) and familiarity with fab metrology tools.
• Integration/defect/yield improvement understanding; RCA, DOE, SPC.
• Strong written/verbal technical communication across audiences.

Must-Have Soft Skills

• Project-level leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Coaching/mentoring ability; disciplined execution and documentation.

Highly Desirable / Preferred

• Publications/patents and strong record of technical contributions.

Embody Micron's core values:

• People - Respect, develop and empower others
• Innovation - Drive continuous improvement and breakthrough thinking
• Tenacity - Show grit and determination
• Collaboration - Build trust and foster teamwork
• Customer Focus - Deliver excellence and value

This announcement is intended to build a talent pipeline of professionals based in Europe who may be interested in future international career opportunities within Micron Technology Inc. and its affiliated group companies worldwide. Opportunities associated with this talent pipeline may require international mobility or relocation. The specific work location and the Micron entity acting as the prospective employer will be clearly communicated to candidates during the first interview.

Employment, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment will be governed by the applicable laws, policies, and practices of the country in which the position is based.

The base salary range that Micron estimates it could pay in for this position full-time is:

€75,000.00 - €132,000.00 per year, with A1 CCNL Level.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the position.

In addition to base pay, the remuneration package also includes: eligibility for a variable plan subject to the personal achievement of objectives and the company's performance, and benefits, which -at the discretion of the company- currently include meal vouchers, corporate welfare, yearly allowance of remote working days, supplementary health insurance, life coverage, Employee Assistance Program. Please refer to this page to check our current benefit off