JR100843 Staff Engineer – Process Development, Wet, NAND

Micron Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co in Singapore is seeking a Senior Engineer in Wet Process Development. This role involves optimizing processes for advanced NAND technology and requires collaboration with cross-functional teams. Candidates should possess a strong background in chemistry and engineering, along with experience in DOE/SPC.

The ideal candidate will hold an appropriate degree and demonstrate capabilities in process development and troubleshooting. Continuous improvement through innovation and AI integration is encouraged.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's degree with at least 3 years, or Bachelor's with at least 5 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering, materials science, or related fields.
• Strong foundation in chemistry and chemical kinetics.

Responsibilities

• Develop wet processes to optimize yield and quality.
• Manage experiments to widen process margins.
• Integrate and troubleshoot processes to enhance yield and quality.

Skills

Data analysis systems

Memory process flow

Cross‑functional collaboration

Concise communication

Prioritization in a dynamic environment

Education

PhD in relevant field

Master's with ≥3 years experience

Bachelor's with ≥5 years experience

Tools

DOE / SPC

Data analysis systems (e.g., Y3)

Job description

Role Summary

The Senior Engineer in Wet Process Development supports the rapid deployment of advanced NAND technology nodes by developing and optimizing wet processes, improving process margins, and troubleshooting yield and quality issues in close partnership with Process Integration and other process areas. Responsible for defined workstreams within a wet process module and delivering experiment execution and analysis with increasing independence. Also contributes to margin improvement and manufacturability readiness through structured DOE/SPC and cross‑functional problem solving.

Main Responsibilities

Process Development & Margin Improvement

• Develop and optimize unit wet processes to meet yield and quality requirements of advanced NAND part types.
• Quantify benefits of innovative process and/or equipment solutions to enable early experimentation and adoption for process margin improvement.
• Initiate and manage experiments to widen process margins and validate manufacturability of next‑node solutions.

Cross‑functional Integration & Troubleshooting

• Integrate and troubleshoot processes as part of cross‑functional teams driving yield and quality improvement.
• Participate with peers on technology choices for upcoming nodes and translate future device needs into clear process requirements.
• Identify disruptive processes early and work with manufacturing and technology development partners to identify viable paths forward.

Innovation / IP / Supplier Engagement

• Support process development activities including fundamental research, hardware evaluations, and testing for novel applications; contribute to IP generation where applicable.
• Participate in supplier engagement workstreams supporting breakthrough solutions.

Monitoring, Control & Documentation (Governance)

• Identify process simplification opportunities and support cross‑functional implementation.
• Incorporate best‑known manufacturing methods into early development of upcoming nodes.
• Design and implement process monitoring and control methodologies within assigned scope; maintain clear experiment records and technical reporting.
• Communicate and collaborate locally and globally; strict adherence to Micron IP protection policy is required.

Other Responsibilities

• Integrate AI‑assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, and analysis rigor, using sound judgment and complying with organizational standards and legal/IP requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI‑enabled enhancements within one's scope of work.

Candidate Profile

Minimum Required Qualifications / Experience

• PhD, or Master’s ≥3 yrs, or Bachelor’s ≥5 yrs of relevant experience in electrical engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, physics, or related field.
• Strong foundation in chemistry, chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, and mass transport.

Must – have Technical Skills

• DOE / SPC and data analysis systems (e.g., Y3) to analyze experimental outcomes.
• Working knowledge of memory process flow (planar + vertical NAND context).

Must – have Soft Skills

• Cross‑functional collaboration, concise communication, and ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment.

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.