STAFF ENGINEER/PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - PD SG WET PROCESS

MICRON SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA OPERATIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Semiconductor Asia Operations Pte. Ltd. is seeking a highly skilled process development professional to advance wet etch technology for NAND devices. You will lead cross-functional teams across chemistry, materials, and manufacturing to push yield and quality improvements.

The role requires deep knowledge of chemistry, DoE, and advanced metrology, with collaboration across local and global sites. AI-enabled insights will be integrated to enhance efficiency and process control.

Qualifications

• PhD/Masters/Bachelor degree or higher in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical/Microelectronic Engineering.
• Deep understanding of chemistry, chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, mass transport, physical phenomena.
• Knowledge of films and interface engineering and analysis techniques SIMS/XPS/EDX/SEM-TEM.
• Experience with DoE and data analysis for experiments.
• Ability to collaborate with local and overseas teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize unit processes to meet yield and quality requirements of advanced NAND products.
• Quantify benefits of innovative process and/or equipment solutions for margin improvement.
• Lead cross-functional teams on yield/quality improvement initiatives.
• Integrate and troubleshoot processes as part of cross-functional teams.
• Participate with Advanced Node peers on technology choices for upcoming nodes.

Skills

Collaborative skills

Data analysis proficiency

Strong problem solving

Adaptability in fast-paced teams

Education

PhD/Masters/Bachelor in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical/Microelectronic Engineering

Tools

SIMS

XPS

EDX

SEM/TEM

Job description

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 able to translate future technology device needs into clear process requirements
• Identify disruptive processes early on and work with manufacturing to identify viable path forward
• Process development will include performing fundamental research, hardware evaluations, as well as testing processes for novel applications and generating intellectual property relevant to Micron.
• 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 cross 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.
• 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 adherence to Micron Intellectual Property protection policy is a must.
• Be part of the continuous worldwide R&D engagement with suppliers pushing for breakthrough solutions.
• 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.

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.
• A deep understanding of chemistry, chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, mass transport, physical phenomena.
• Deep understanding of films and interface engineering and analysis techniques thereof – SIMS, XPS, EDX, SEM/TEM.
• Understanding of various integration and structural impacts and constraints related to wet etch processes.
• An understanding of the general process steps and process flow for memory processing, planar and vertical NAND memory in particular.
• 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.
• Ability to be a self‑motivated individual and be adaptable to Micron’s changing needs in terms of working extended hours, if required
• Proven ability to work in a demanding & dynamic environment and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously