Dry Etch Senior/Staff Engineer

Micron Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology in Singapore is seeking a Senior/Staff Engineer to join the NAND research & development dry etch team. This role emphasizes innovative process development, optimization, and cross-team collaboration to achieve next-generation technology solutions.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree and at least 2 years of experience in the semiconductor field, with strong analytical skills and knowledge of dry etch processes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with minimum 2 years of experience in dry etch in semiconductor industry.
• PhD in relevant majors is acceptable.
• Bachelor’s degree with minimum 5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop dry etch processes to meet product requirements.
• Optimize dry etch processes to reduce cost and improve capability.
• Conduct root cause and failure mode analysis.

Skills

Research and development aptitude

Analytical and creative problem-solving skills

Proficiency in statistics

Multi-tasking and project management

Strong computer skills including MS Office

Python coding and GenAI programming

Education

Master’s in relevant fields

Bachelor’s in relevant fields

Job description

Senior/Staff Engineer – NAND Research & Development Dry Etch

As a Senior/Staff engineer, you will be a part of a revolutionary next‑generation NAND research & development dry etch team, driving critical modules listed below. The position promises ample opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and testing new dimensions while scaling with next‑generation NAND.

Job Responsibilities

• Developing dry etch processes to meet the physical & electrical requirements of Micron’s products.
• Optimizing dry etch processes to reduce cost, process variability, and improve process capability.
• Collaborating with process integration and other process development teams to develop innovative new solutions.
• Conducting root cause and failure mode analysis to understand the limitations of current hardware and drive vendors for solutions.
• Performing fundamental research to drive innovative solutions for next‑generation products.
• Maintaining a technology development pilot manufacturing line.
• Supporting process transfer to production facilities (some domestic and/or international travel may be required).

Qualifications & Skills

• Demonstrate research and development aptitude in science and engineering fields.
• Examples of 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 root‑cause or model‑based problem solving.
• Proficiency in statistics (preferred) and in statistical process control.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal direction, and focus on meeting commitments.
• Ability to multi‑task and manage numerous projects simultaneously.
• Fundamental knowledge of at least one of the following: transport phenomena, dry etch processing, kinetic theory, statistical thermodynamics, or plasma physics.
• Data science basics / Python coding / GenAI programming is desirable.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office.
• Education: Master’s with minimum 2 years of relevant experience involving dry etch in semiconductor industry / PhD in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Material Science, Physics, Chemical physics, Chemistry, Semiconductor engineering or relevant majors.
• Bachelor’s in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Material Science, Physics, Chemical Physics, Chemistry, Semiconductor engineering or relevant majors with minimum 5 years of relevant experience in dry etch process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.