Process Control Engineer (Systems)
Micron’s Process Control Engineer (Systems) develops, deploys, and sustains Micron’s Process Control Systems (PCS) across Assembly & Test manufacturing.
Role works closely with Process Engineering (PE), Equipment Engineering (EE), Automation/IT, Manufacturing and Global Quality to ensure proactive control, strong governance, and audit readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- PCS Systems Ownership
- Configure and sustain Applied E3 Process Control (Trace, UVA, models, alarms, data health).
- Build and maintain SPACE SPC charts, limits, and automated reactions.
- Ensure stable SECS/GEM communication and equipment-to-host connectivity.
- Maintain MES/MAM/RMS interfaces with strong data integrity and version control.
- SPC Strategy & Governance
- Lead SPC lifecycle: variable selection, chart setup, limits, automated responses, and chart health reviews.
- Ensure alignment with Micron Global SPC Standards and quality system requirements.
- FDC & OCAP Management
- Develop and maintain FDC models, classifiers, traces, and limits.
- Validate UVA and reduce false alarms for stable production performance.
- Govern OCAP logic and changes via ECN (Engineering Change Notice).
- MES / MAM / RMS Engineering Support
- Support MES and MAM logic, events, data collection, and equipment states.
- Govern RMS recipe/version consistency supporting SPC and FDC execution.
- Troubleshoot system logic and collaborate with Automation Technology (ATAuto) on improvements.
- Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
- Track key metrics: OOC rate, false alarms, FDC coverage, reaction compliance/TAT, system reliability.
- Perform structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- Automate tasks using SQL and Python scripts.
- Collaboration & Audit Readiness
- Partner with PE, EE, PDE, MCT, AT Auto, and Global Quality.
- Maintain documentation, entitlement controls, and audit‑ready evidence.
- Share and adopt best practices through global PCS forums.
AI Responsibilities
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.
Competencies
- Problem Solving – Uses structured, data‑driven methods to identify and resolve issues.
- Analytical Skills – Interprets SPC trends, FDC behavior, and equipment/process data accurately.
- Accountability – Owns deliverables, system reliability, documentation accuracy, and follow‑through.
- Teamwork / Collaboration – Works effectively across engineering, automation, and operations teams.
- Innovation & Tenacity – Seeks continuous improvement and pushes through complex technical challenges.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in EE, ME, ChE, CE, CS, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
- At least 2 years of experience with SPC governance and audit processes: with at least one Micron system – Applied E3 FDC/R2R, SPACE SPC, SECS/GEM, MES/MESCentral, RMS.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the relevant field.
- Knowledge of SPC concepts, capability indices, OOC vs. OOS (Out of Spec).
- Experience owning E3 models and SPACE SPC frameworks.
- Experience with FDC/OCAP in Assembly & Test or Frontend facilities.
- Exposure to predictive analytics or smart manufacturing platforms.
- Skills in scripting (SQL, Python) and process/equipment data interpretation.
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. Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.