Principal Engineer – Process Development, Cell Film, NAND

Micron Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is looking for a Principal Engineer in Singapore to provide technical leadership in Cell Film process development. The role includes defining technical strategy, resolving complex challenges, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure successful integration of new processes.

The ideal candidate will have a PhD with at least 5 years of experience in relevant fields and expertise in thin film processes for NAND devices.

Qualifications

• PhD with 5+ years, Master's with 7+ years, or Bachelor's with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in thin film R&D for microelectronic devices.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for Cell Film process development.
• Lead multi-functional development and scaling of thin film processes.
• Resolve complex technical challenges that impact business.
• Mentor senior engineers and represent in technical forums.

Skills

ALD/CVD thin film processes

Process-device interactions

Materials, chemistry, and process improvements

DOE, SPC, and data analytics

Structured problem-solving

Clear communication

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field

Master's degree with ≥ 7 years experience

Bachelor's degree with ≥ 10 years experience

Job description

Role Summary

The Principal Engineer provides technical leadership for Cell Film process development, defining technical direction, fostering innovation, and ensuring successful integration of new processes into manufacturing to enable next-generation NAND device scaling. Defines and implements technical strategy; leads cross-functional teams; owns end-to-end module development with manufacturability/scalability readiness. Resolves complex technical challenges with business impact and drives transfer and ramp readiness into high-volume manufacturing.

Strategy, Roadmap & Technical Direction

• Define and implement technical strategy for cell film process development aligned to business and technology objectives.
• Identify emerging trends, risks, opportunities and recommend future investments, initiatives.

End-to-End Module Development & Scaling

• Lead multi-functional development, integration, and scaling of thin film processes tailored for advanced NAND devices; ensure manufacturability, scalability, readiness for integration.
• Drive technology transfer and ramp-up activities to ensure seamless transition from R&D to high-volume manufacturing.

Complex Problem Solving & Business Outcomes

• Resolve complex technical challenges (including RCA/mitigation of process/device failures).
• Lead cost reduction, yield improvement, and reliability enhancement programs via innovative process/material utilization.

Leadership & External Representation

• Mentor senior engineers and influence technical direction across the organization; represent the function in technical forums and strategic collaborations (consortia, conferences, joint development).

Other Responsibilities

• Represent the function in technical forums and strategic collaborations; benchmark against industry standards.
• Integrate 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.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI-enabled enhancements within one’s scope of work.

Candidate Profile

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

• PhD ≥ 5 years, or Master’s ≥ 7 years, or Bachelor’s ≥ 10 years of relevant experience in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• Experience in thin film R&D for microelectronic devices, with proven track record of leading complex technology development.

Must-Have Technical Skills

• Deep hands‑on expertise in ALD/CVD thin film processes for 3D NAND cell applications, including process development, optimization, and sustainment in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of process–device interactions, scaling challenges, and reliability behavior, with the ability to diagnose film‑related performance and yield issues.
• Proven ability to drive materials, chemistry, and process improvements (including tool-related optimizations) through structured experimentation and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Proficient in DOE, SPC, and data analytics to optimize processes and resolve complex issues, while serving as a technical lead/mentor across process, integration, and manufacturing teams.

Must-Have Soft Skills

• Structured problem‑solving and learning agility in an R&D environment.
• Clear communication and cross‑functional collaboration.

Highly Preferred

• Contributes to technology benchmarking, roadmap inputs, and clear technical documentation or IP generation.

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 Employment 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.

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