QEM CHEMLAB Engineer

MICRON SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA OPERATIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology seeks a Chemical Laboratory professional to support development and production through advanced analytical techniques in a clean-room Fab environment.

You will follow SOPs, analyze samples with ICP-MS/ICP-OES and IC, prepare reagents, and help mentor junior staff while adhering to safety procedures and TPM practices. AI-enabled tools will be integrated to improve efficiency and accuracy in daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degrees in Chemistry or related fields such as Chemical Engineering or Materials Science.
• Experience with ICP-MS or ICP-OES is a plus.
• Strong analytical, logical, and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a clean-room Fab facility and Chemical Laboratory environment.
• Follow the SOP to analyze routine samples and report to internal customers.
• Analyze samples from various sources using ICP-MS, ICP-OES, IC, and related instruments.
• Prepare standard and reagent solutions; conduct vapor deposition, digestion, and dilution.
• Develop and document new analytical techniques.
• Perform equipment installation, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Provide mentoring and training for junior team members.
• Adhere to all laboratory safety procedures.
• Integrate AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency, quality and reliability.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing AI-enabled enhancements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Mentoring

AI literacy

Education

Chemistry related degree

Tools

ICP-MS

ICP-OES

Ion Chromatography

Job description

About Micron

Micron is a global leader in memory and storage solutions, enabling transformative technology that enriches life for all. With over 40 years of innovation, Micron plays a pivotal role in the data-driven economy, where memory and storage are strategic differentiators. We are committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and community support, and we foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Job Summary

The Chemical Laboratory Team within Micron Technology utilizes a wide range of state-of-the-art analysis to support technological development and production activities worldwide. We engage in development activities in order to maintain the capability available to the Micron community at the highest possible level.

Main Responsibilities:

• Work in a clean-room Fab facility and Chemical Laboratory environment
• Follow the Standard Operation Procedure (SOP) to analyze routine samples and report to internal customer
• Analyze samples from various sources and provide information on compounds or quantities of compounds present, using analytical techniques and instrumentation such as Inductive Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer, Inductive Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy, Ion Chromatography etc.
• Perform standard and reagent preparation of samples such as vapor phase deposition (VPD), extraction, digestion and series dilution
• Develop and document new analytical techniques
• Perform equipment installation, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Provide mentoring and training for junior team members
• Provide consultation service to internal customer for chemistry related matters
• Adhere to all safety procedures in the Laboratory
• Participate in Total Preventive Maintenance (TPM) activities, including 6S audit, housekeeping, maintaining stock of reagents, standards, spare parts and consumables
• Keep the Chemistry Laboratory Manager updated on tool and area issues
• Integrates AI-assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness, exercising sound judgment andcomplying withorganizational standards and legal requirements.
• Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement byidentifying, testing, and sharing AI-enabled enhancements within one’s scope of work.

Job Requirements, Qualifications/Experience

• Bachelor’s or advanced degrees in Engineering or Science in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science, Materials Science, Life/Biomedical Science or Environmental Engineering is required.
• Experience with Inductively Coupled Plasma/Mass Spectrometer (ICP-MS), Inductively Coupled Plasma/Optical Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-OES), etc is a plus
• Strong analytical, logical, and critical thinking skills
• Effective communicator, able to collaborate across all levels
• Growth mindset with a passion for continuous learning
• Internship or experience in the semiconductor industry is a plus
• Demonstrated leadership and a track record of impact are highly desirable
• Interest in and knowledge of the semiconductor industry and Micron is preferred
• Ability to apply baseline digital fluency androle‑appropriate AIliteracy to use AI‑enabled tools responsibly and effectively for research, analysis, content creation, problem‑solving, operational tasks, and achieving business outcomes.

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