NTI Equipment Development Engineer, Real-Time Defect Analysis (RDA)

1100 Micron SemiAsiaOP Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

1100 Micron SemiAsiaOP Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking a Realtime Defect Analysis Technology Development Engineer. You will work on pioneering defect detection equipment and processes to enhance performance and efficiency in technology development.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields and at least 3 years of experience in NAND semiconductor manufacturing, particularly in inspection recipe setup.

Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Strong data analysis and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in SEM imaging and interpretation for defect identification.
• Experience with RDA inspection tools for recipe setup.

Responsibilities

• Support experimentation and data analysis for defect improvement.
• Collaborate with engineers on process development.
• Monitor tool qualification charts and initiate repairs.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

SEM imaging

X-ray inspection technology

Scripting/coding

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

XRD

SAM

DF/BF/CIRCL

SEM

Job description

As a Realtime Defect Analysis (RDA) Technology Development Engineer at Micron, you will learn how to use pioneering defect detection equipment and processes to fix and solve issues. The goal of this position is to accelerate cycles of learning and technology transfer in Technology Development.

Responsibilities

• Support experimentation, data analysis, baseline health metrics, and systematic and random defect improvement.
• Collaborate with engineers in process integration, process development, data science, and yield analysis within and outside Technology Development.
• Perform basic and advanced recoveries of down tools for assigned workstations.
• Drive software upgrades and improvements, working with internal and external vendors for implementation.
• Monitor tool qualification SPC charts for deviations, initiate tool repairs, and adjust limits as necessary.
• Apply scripting, coding, or programming for monitoring performance and capabilities of the inspection data.
• Collect and analyze tool/process data to suggest ways to improve performance and efficiency.
• Provide training and mentoring to engineers and technicians.
• Collaborate with vendors for escalation results on application issues and with Equipment Owners to identify long‑term solutions to tool issues.
• Maintain excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective vendor and team interactions.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Strong data analysis and problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience writing and modifying equipment recipes to support RDA needs.
• Proficiency in SEM imaging and interpretation for systematic/random defect identification.
• Knowledge of X‑ray inspection technology (XRD), Scanning Acoustic Microscopy (SAM), and related RDA inspection tools (DF/BF/CIRCL/SEM/XRD/SAM).
• Ability to set up RDA equipment, monitor stability, and interact with vendors for advanced functionality and application work.
• Experience working with RDA inspection tool vendors for recipe setup, troubleshooting, and upgrades.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or related field.
• At least 3 years of NAND semiconductor manufacturing experience in RDA applications for inspection recipe setup (preferred).

Job Requirements

• Application Expertise: Interest in X‑ray inspection technology (XRD), Scanning Acoustic Microscopy (SAM), and strong proficiency in SEM.
• Technical Expertise: Inspection recipe writing experience with RDA related inspection tools such as DF/BF/CIRCL/SEM/XRD/SAM.
• Equipment Management: Set up RDA related equipment, monitor stability, improve capability, and interact with vendor representatives.
• Vendor Relations: Experience working with RDA inspection tool vendors for equipment inspection recipes setup, troubleshooting, and upgrades.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or related field accepted.
• Experience: 3+ years of NAND semiconductor manufacturing in RDA applications for inspection recipe setup experience is preferred.

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.