Engineer, Metrology & Real Time Defects Analysis

MICRON SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA OPERATIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Singapore seeks a qualified candidate to enhance yield and product quality through advanced analytics and collaboration. Responsibilities include troubleshooting fabrication processes, implementing innovative inspection tools, and contributing to strategic projects to minimize product risks. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering or Science and strong analytical skills. Experience in the semiconductor industry is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, logical, and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communicator, able to collaborate across all levels.
• Internship or experience in the semiconductor industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Proactively solve problems with yield or quality impact.
• Apply advanced analytics techniques for machinery and process deviations.
• Collaborate with engineers to implement solutions for defectivity improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Engineering or Science

Job description

Micron is a global leader in memory and storage solutions, enabling transformative technology that enriches life for all. With over 40 years of innovation, Micron plays a pivotal role in the data-driven economy, where memory and storage are strategic differentiators. We are committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and community support, and we foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Job Summary

Main Responsibilities

• Work proactively to solve problems with yield or quality impact on our products through development of measurement recipes that can provide quick and accurate feedback on the product integrity.
• Apply advanced analytics techniques to identify and address deviations in machinery and processes.
• Engage in designing experiments to identify defect sources and formation mechanisms, providing insights for defectivity improvement projects.
• Collaborate with engineers from diverse departments to contribute ideas and assist in implementing breakthrough solutions for defectivity improvement.
• Apply the latest innovative inspection tools for defect detection, contributing to advancements in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Set up tool qualification criteria and implement monitoring through Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts.
• Set appropriate control chart limits and utilize effective sampling for proactive intervention against machinery and process deviations.
• Implement sampling methodologies to proactively detect and address deviations, ensuring efficient and effective root cause identification.
• Collaborate with Engineering Operations and/or Application teams to optimize tool maintenance schedules and utilization.
• Contribute to strategic projects aimed at minimizing products at risk and improving overall product quality.
• Develop and run projects crafted to enhance inline detection, improve efficiency, reduce cost, reduce tool measurement variability and improve machine availability.
• Partner with the tool suppliers and owners to explore innovative ways of doing things to overcome the challenge of the shrinking technology nodes.
• Support Fab through data analysis, providing knowledgeable summations of results and recommendations on how to proceed with process changes, equipment availability improvements and cost reduction work.
• Ensure engineering team is trained on recipe maintenance, tool recovery, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities for the assigned tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Engineering or Science is required
• Strong analytical, logical, and critical thinking skills
• Effective communicator, able to collaborate across all levels
• Growth mindset with a passion for continuous learning
• Internship or experience in the semiconductor industry is a plus
• Demonstrated leadership and a track record of impact are highly desirable
• Interest in and knowledge of the semiconductor industry and Micron is preferred.
• Capable of working on a flexible schedule (e.g. compress shift)
• Candidates with relevant experience is preferred.

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

Maximizes yield by working on tools, the process, or wafer fabrication recipes. Troubleshoots wafer fabrication problems and performs root cause analysis. Works with other process areas to understand and control process deviations. Long-term investigation of defect issues may require extensive work with shift engineering and other functional areas. Evaluates products to ensure they meet the required design and performance specifications. Conducts research to assess process adjustment requirements and recommends process improvements or equipment changes needed to efficiently manufacture new product or part types.