Engineer, Metrology & Real Time Defects Analysis

Micron Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology in Singapore seeks an experienced Metrology & Real-Time Defect Analysis Engineer to drive quality and yield improvements through advanced measurement, defect analysis, data analytics, and SPC-driven actions.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, equipment suppliers, and manufacturing partners to optimize inspection, monitor processes, and advance technology in a fast-paced semiconductor environment.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to apply baseline digital fluency and AI literacy for research and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Solve yield or quality issues by developing measurement recipes for quick feedback.
• Apply analytics to identify deviations in machinery and processes.
• Design experiments to identify defect sources and mechanisms.
• Collaborate with engineers to implement breakthrough defectivity improvements.
• Use advanced inspection tools for defect detection and process advancement.
• Set control chart limits and perform SPC monitoring for proactive intervention.
• Collaborate with Engineering Operations to optimize tool maintenance and utilization.
• Contribute to projects reducing risk and improving product quality.
• Develop projects to enhance inline detection, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Partner with tool suppliers to tackle shrinking technology nodes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Leadership

AI literacy

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science

Job description

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

Join an inclusive team passionate about one thing: using their expertise in the relentless pursuit of innovation for customers and partners. The solutions we build help make everything from virtual reality experiences to breakthroughs in neural networks possible. We do it all while committing to integrity, sustainability, and giving back to our communities. Because doing so can fuel the very innovation we are pursuing.

Job Summary

As a Metrology & Real-Time Defect Analysis Engineer, you will drive product quality and yield improvement by developing advanced measurement and inspection solutions for semiconductor manufacturing. You will demonstrate metrology, defect analysis, data analytics, and statistical process control techniques to detect process deviations, pinpoint origins of defects, and implement effective corrective actions. Working closely with cross-functional teams, equipment suppliers, and manufacturing partners, you will optimize inspection capabilities, improve process monitoring, and support technology advancement. Success in this role requires strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, a passion for innovation, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

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.
• 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.

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.
• Ability to apply baseline digital fluency and role‑appropriate AI literacy to use AI‑enabled tools responsibly and effectively for research, analysis, content creation, problem‑solving, operational tasks and achieving business outcomes.
• 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
  • Speed – Act with purpose and set the pace

About Micron Technology, Inc.

We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all. With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and 5G applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience.

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.

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.