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

1100 Micron SemiAsiaOP Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

1100 Micron SemiAsiaOP Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks a Realtime Defect Analysis (RDA) Technology Development Engineer to enhance technology transfer cycles. The role focuses on using defect detection equipment, engaging in equipment management, and improving analytical processes.

Key qualifications include deep expertise in FIB operations and over 5 years of semiconductor manufacturing experience, along with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• Deep technical expertise in Focused Ion Beam (FIB) operations.
• Strong proficiency in SEM imaging for defect identification.
• More than 5 years semiconductor manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide manual cuts and build skills for automated FIB cuts.
• Set up equipment and monitor stability.
• Write or modify equipment recipes to support RDA area.
• Monitor tool qualification SPC charts for deviations.
• Collect and analyze tool/process data.

Skills

Technical expertise

Analytical skills

Equipment management

Recipe management

Data analysis

Collaboration

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering

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.

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

• Technical Expertise: Capable to provide manual cuts along with building skills for future automated FIB cuts.
• Analytical Skills: Strong data analysis and problem‑solving abilities.
• Equipment Management: Set up equipment, monitor stability, improve capability, and interact with vendor representatives for advanced functionality and application work.
• Recipe Management: Write or modify equipment recipes to support the needs of the RDA area.
• Tool Recovery: Perform basic and advanced recoveries of down tools for assigned workstations.
• Software Upgrades: Drive software upgrades and improvements, working with internal and external vendors for implementation.
• Tool Monitoring: Monitor tool qualification SPC charts for deviations, initiate tool repairs, and adjust limits as necessary.
• Data Science Skills: Apply scripting, coding, or programming for monitoring performance and capabilities of the inspection data.
• Data Analysis: Collect and analyze tool/process data to suggest ways to improve performance and efficiency.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with vendors for escalation results on application issues and with Equipment Owners to identify long‑term solutions to tool issues.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective vendor and team interactions.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Job Requirements

• Application Expertise: Deep technical expertise in Focused Ion Beam (FIB) operations, including advanced cross‑sectioning, milling optimization, and defect characterization. Strong proficiency in SEM imaging and interpretation for systematic/random defect identification.
• Training and Mentoring: Proven experience in training and mentoring engineers and technicians.
• Vendor Relations: Experience working with vendors for FIB/SEM equipment setup, troubleshooting, and upgrades.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or related field accepted.
• Experience: More than 5 years semiconductor manufacturing experience in RDA/inspection recipe setup for defect analysis.

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.