STAFF ENGINEER/PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - PD SG WET PROCESS

1100 Micron SemiAsiaOP Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron in Singapore is seeking a senior specialist to lead and optimize wet etch processes for next‑gen NAND devices. You will drive process development, collaborate across global teams, and push innovations that improve yield and device performance.

The role requires 3+ years in wet etch, deep chemistry knowledge, and DoE/data analysis skills. Expect cross-functional work, IP contributions, and potential extended hours to meet demanding timelines.

Qualifications

• PhD/Masters/Bachelor degree or higher in Chemistry, Materials Science or Chemical/Microelectronic Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years hands-on experience in leading edge wet etch technology.
• Strong grasp of DoE, data analysis and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize unit processes to meet yield and quality targets for advanced NAND products.
• Quantify benefits of process/equipment innovations to enable early experimentation and margin improvements.
• Lead Singapore-based Wet Etch activities with cross-functional teams to drive breakthroughs.
• Integrate processes with manufacturing to improve yield, quality, and manufacturability.
• Design and implement advanced process monitoring and control methodologies.
• Collaborate with local and global partners and contribute to IP via patents and papers.

Skills

DoE

Data analysis

Collaboration

Communication

Adaptability

Education

PhD/Masters/Bachelor degree or higher in Chemistry/Materials Science/Chemical/Microelectronic Engineering

Tools

SIMS

XPS

EDX

SEM/TEM

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize unit processes to meet the yield and quality requirements of advanced NAND products.
• Quantify benefits of innovative process and/or equipment solutions to enable early experimentation and adoption for process margin improvement.
• Prioritize within Singapore based manufacturing Wet Etch team on the key technology issues that need R&D breakthroughs.
• Integrate and troubleshoot processes as part of cross-functional teams driving yield and quality improvement.
• Participate with Advanced Node peers on technology choices for the upcoming nodes and translate future technology device needs into clear process requirements.
• Identify disruptive processes early on and work with manufacturing to identify viable path forward.
• Engage in process development that includes fundamental research, hardware evaluations, testing for novel applications, and generating intellectual property relevant to Micron.
• Initiate and manage experiments to widen process margins and test manufacturability of next node solutions.
• Identify process simplification opportunities and drive cross-functional teams in implementation.
• Incorporate best known manufacturing methods into the early development phase of upcoming nodes.
• Design and implement advanced process monitoring and control methodologies.
• Serve as a technical expert within Micron contributing to projects for improvements to processes, procedures and equipment.
• Lead team sites or suppliers on complex, multi-disciplinary projects in quality-focused meetings, process and yield improvement meetings, and productivity improvements.
• Provide advice and counsel to management on significant technical issues.
• Lead and initiate innovation projects through patents and technical papers.
• Collaborate with partners locally and globally and adhere to Micron Intellectual Property protection policy.
• Integrate AI-assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness, while complying with organizational standards and legal requirements.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI-enabled enhancements within scope of work.

Requirements

• PhD/Masters/Bachelor degree or higher in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical/Microelectronic Engineering with minimum 3 years hands-on experience in leading edge wet etch technology work.
• Deep understanding of chemistry, chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, mass transport, and physical phenomena.
• Deep understanding of films and interface engineering and analysis techniques (SIMS, XPS, EDX, SEM/TEM).
• Understanding of various integration and structural impacts and constraints related to wet etch processes.
• Knowledge of general process steps and process flow for memory processing, planar and vertical NAND memory.
• 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 messages concisely in local and remote communications.
• Self-motivated and adaptable to Micron’s changing needs, including working extended hours if required.
• Proven ability to work in a demanding and dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

About Micron

We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Micron delivers a portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products through Micron and Crucial brands. Our innovations fuel the data economy, enabling advances in AI and 5G applications across data centers, intelligent edge, and client/mobile experiences.

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