Senior Process Engineer: 3D NAND CMP & AI-Driven Yield

Micron Technology, Inc

Singapore

On-site

SGD 120,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc in Singapore is seeking a Senior Engineer (SNR ENGINEER, PD SG CMP) to start up, develop and optimize CMP processes for 3D NAND and beyond, collaborating with teams in Singapore, Boise, and vendors to meet integration requirements.

You will lead experiments, drive yield improvement, cost reduction, and implement AI-driven analytics to streamline manufacturing and ensure high product quality; PhD/MS/BS with CMP experience required.

Qualifications

PhD, or Master’s ≥3 yrs, or Bachelor’s ≥5 yrs in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or Physics or in a related field.
Experience in groundbreaking CMP polishing equipment such as AMAT or EBARA.
Excellent problem-solving skills and critical decision making.
Working knowledge of data analysis systems e.g.: Y3 to facilitate analysis of experimental data.
Working knowledge of Design of Experiments (DoE).
Proven ability to collaborate with local and overseas teams on projects.
Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to convey the message in concise and effective manner both in local as well as remote communications.
Proven ability to work in a demanding & dynamic environment and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

Process module ownership involving CMP process characterization and advanced process development for 3D NAND and beyond.
Work with process development engineers in Singapore and Boise, US TD site and vendors to develop processes that meet integration requirements for next-generation 3D NAND nodes.
Transfer CMP processes to high volume manufacturing (Fab10N), and work on continuous improvements to manufacturability.
Address process issues working with Fab10N team and with key business partners on tool choices for manufacturing, evaluations etc., as applicable.
Focus on understanding and improving the process margins required for meeting the mature yield goal for 3D NAND parts.
Advanced 3D NAND CMP process development will include performing fundamental research, consumables development, and hardware evaluation, as well as testing processes for novel applications.
Initiate and manage experiments to widen process margins as well as to test out manufacturability of next node solutions
Identify process simplification opportunities and drive multi-functional teams in implementation
Incorporate best known manufacturing methods into early development phase of upcoming nodes.
Design and implement advanced process monitoring and control methodologies.
Serve as a technical expert within Micron contributing to technical projects for improvements to processes, procedures and equipment.
Define and leads complex, multi-functional projects of critical importance to Micron, helps to define strategic direction.
Lead team or sites or suppliers on complex, multi-disciplinary projects in quality focused meetings, process and yield improvement meetings, cost and productivity improvement meetings
Provide advice and counsel to management on significant technical issues. Leads and initiate innovation projects through patents/technical papers.
This position requires communications and collaboration with partners both locally and globally. Strict alignment to Micron Intellectual Property protection policy is a must.
Be part of the continuous worldwide TD engagement with suppliers pushing for breakthrough solutions.
Using, applying, and leveraging AI, identify opportunities to streamline workflows, optimize processes, and support innovation by incorporating AI-driven solutions and enabling data-driven decision-making across projects and teams
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.