SNR ENGINEER, PD SG PHOTO

Micron Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology Singapore is seeking a Senior Engineer to drive photolithography process development for advanced memory technologies. You will perform hands-on experimentation, analyze data, and push for yield and quality improvements under guidance from senior technical leaders.

The role requires strong fundamentals in photolithography, optics, and statistical data analysis, with collaboration across multiple teams to translate experiments into actionable improvements.

Qualifications

• PhD, Master’s or Bachelor’s with relevant photolithography process development experience.
• Foundational experience in semiconductor photolithography and process development.
• Experience applying DOE and statistical methods to process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Execute photolithography process development, optimization, and troubleshooting to meet yield and quality targets.
• Perform DOE, SPC, and statistical analyses to characterize process behavior and identify improvements.
• Support material evaluations, defect learning, overlay analysis, and process window characterization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including integration, etch, metrology, and yield engineering.
• Document procedures and results; contribute to technology transfer and AI-enabled improvements.

Skills

Photolithography

DOE

SPC

Statistical analysis

Optics

Immersion lithography

EUV exposure

Experimentation

Data interpretation

Analytical thinking

Education

PhD

Master’s

Bachelor’s

Tools

Lithography simulation tools

DOE/SPC software

Job description

Job Overview

The Senior Engineer supports photolithography process development for advanced memory technologies through hands‑on experimentation, data analysis, and yield improvement activities. This role focuses on execution excellence, disciplined learning, and collaboration, operating under guidance from senior technical leaders. Success in this role requires strong fundamentals in photolithography, analytical rigor, and the ability to translate experimental data into actionable insights.

Main Responsibilities

• Execute photolithography process development, optimization, and troubleshooting tasks in support of yield, quality, and performance targets.
• Perform DOE, SPC, and statistical analysis to characterize process behavior and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support material evaluations, defect learning, overlay analysis, and process window characterization.
• Assist with integration learning during development and early manufacturing ramps.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including integration, etch, metrology, and yield engineering.

Other Responsibilities

• Document experimental procedures, results, and learnings in technical reports and presentations.
• Support technology transfer activities under direction of senior engineers.
• Integrate 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.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI‑enabled enhancements within one’s scope of work.

Candidate Profile

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

• PhD, or Master’s ≥3 yrs, or Bachelor’s ≥5 yrs of relevant experience in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field, with foundational experience in semiconductor photolithography process development.

Must‑Have Technical Skills

• Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to photolithography process development initiatives and improvement plans.
• Deep knowledge in optics, immersion lithography, polarized illumination, and low k1 imaging.
• Proficiency in lithography simulation tools, material characterization, DOE, SPC, and basic statistical data analysis.

Must‑Have Soft Skills

• Analytical thinking and structured problem‑solving.
• Collaboration and openness to learning.
• Clear technical communication.
• Project Management; especially in technical & technology programs.

Highly Desirable / Preferred

• Exposure to advanced lithography (193nm, 248nm, 365nm) and EUV processes.
• Hands‑on experience with innovative photolithography equipment and metrology tools.

Embodies 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.

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.