Principal TEM Automation Engineer

1100 Micron SemiAsiaOP Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Income protection

Generous paid time off

ESPP

Job summary

Micron’s Singapore site seeks a Principal TEM Automation Engineer to lead automation of FIB/TEM workflows in the YE lab, advancing sample prep, data quality, and AI-driven processes for NAND technology development.

You will develop scripts, analyze TEM data, and apply ML techniques while collaborating across Technology Development and global manufacturing teams. A PhD or equivalent experience is expected.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent experience in Engineering, Physics, or Materials Science.
• Extensive experience in FIB and TEM automation using machine learning and pattern recognition.
• Proficiency in Python and DigitalMicrograph scripting.
• TEM materials characterization including EDS and EELS.
• Ability to work independently and in fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Operate daily FIB/TEM to support new technology development.
• Develop templates and recipes to automate TEM sample prep and analysis.
• Transfer solutions to TD and global sites.
• Develop and implement in-house scripts for automatic data collection and processing.
• Apply data science on tool parameters to optimize recipes.
• Mentor team members and collaborate with vendors.

Skills

FIB

TEM automation

Python

DigitalMicrograph

Machine learning

Pattern recognition

Team collaboration

Education

PhD or equivalent in Engineering/Physics/Materials Science

Tools

DigitalMicrograph

Python

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.

Principal TEM Automation Engineer Micron's vision is to accelerate intelligence to enrich life for all. As a global leader in memory and storage solutions, we are at the forefront of innovation, driving technological advancements that accelerate progress across industries. Our mission is to lead with integrity, innovation, and excellence, empowering our team members to craft the future of memory technology.

Are you passionate about Focused Ion Beam (FIB) and Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM)? Micron has an outstanding Yield Enhancement (YE) lab under Technology Development (TD) at its Singapore site. We have the most sophisticated TEMs available in the electron microscope field and state‑of‑art FIB tools for the preparation of TEM specimens. YE lab is crafting novel workflow and specialized AI‑Driven automation solutions to achieve next‑level efficiency, accuracy and precision of sampling and data quality. This candidate will be assigned to advanced FIB and TEM techniques to build automated process and support next generation NAND in TD.

In addition, your growth opportunities include developing your knowledge of semiconductor device physics and processing and various characterization techniques.

Come join a work environment where you will work with bleeding‑edge Technology Development groups to develop new processes and novel methods to expedite new part type development and improve yield.

Successful candidates for this position will be placed at corresponding engineer level based on previous experience and education.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily FIB/TEM operation and demonstration to support new technology development at Micron from wafer receiving, wafer management, maintaining systems ready for operation to sample-to-data completion.
• Develop templates and recipes to automate TEM sample preparation and TEM analysis of various nodes in NAND technology.
• Transfer newly developed solutions to other teams in TD and global manufacturing sites.
• Develop, validate, and implement in‑house architectural scripts for automatic TEM data collection, data processing and reporting to reduce time to data and improve cycle of learning.
• Apply data science on tool parameters and images/TEM data to optimize recipes and provide feedback to process teams.
• Drive automation roadmap through collaboration with instrument vendors and internal teams.
• Use approved AI‑enabled tools to optimize the existing Lab procedures and maintain the lab environment within the scope of safety requirement.
• Follow responsible AI, data‑security, and quality‑control expectations when handling technical information, images, tool logs, and internal communications.
• Mentor team members to develop their technical skills related to TEM and sample preparation automation.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent experience in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in FIB and TEM automation using machine learning and pattern recognition, as well as scripting skills in Python and DigitalMicrograph.
• Extensive experience in TEM materials characterization including EDS and EELS applications.
• Creative and proactive to solve problems in fast‑pacing dynamic work environment.
• Self‑motivated, ability to work independently and hardworking in learning new technology and knowledge.
• Be a phenomenal teammate to work with other FIB & TEM engineers and processing groups to advance technology development.
• Positive and ambitious demeanor with effective oral and written communications.
• Excellent knowledge of thermodynamics, kinetics, crystallography, ion and electron diffraction, chemical analysis.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Income protection through disability and paid family leave programs.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).

For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.

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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