Staff Engineer – Process Development, Wet, NAND

1100 Micron SemiAsiaOP Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

1100 Micron SemiAsiaOP Pte Ltd is looking for a professional to lead process development and optimization for advanced NAND technologies. This role involves cross-functional integration, troubleshooting, and monitoring to enhance yield and quality.

The ideal candidate should possess a PhD, Master’s, or Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields with substantial experience. This position offers the opportunity to engage in innovative projects and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field required.
• Advanced knowledge in process characterization and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Own process characterization to meet yield/quality requirements for advanced NAND technologies.
• Lead cross‑functional troubleshooting activities.
• Drive research and hardware evaluations for breakthrough solutions.
• Identify process simplification opportunities.

Skills

DOE / SPC and data analysis systems (e.g., Y3)

Working knowledge of memory process flow (planar + vertical NAND context)

Cross‑functional collaboration

Concise communication

Ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment

Education

PhD with ≥3 yrs experience

Master’s degree with ≥5 yrs experience

Bachelor’s degree with ≥7 yrs experience

Job description

Role Summary

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.

Main Responsibilities

Process Development & Margin Improvement

Own process characterization and recipe/process optimization to meet yield/quality requirements for advanced NAND technologies. Quantify benefits of new chemistries, process sequences, or equipment changes and drive early adoption to improve margin and manufacturability. Independently lead experiments to widen process windows and validate next‑node solutions.

Cross‑functional Integration & Troubleshooting

Lead cross‑functional troubleshooting and integration activities to improve yield and quality; translate future device needs into process requirements. Coordinate with global TD peers (including Boise) on node choices and portability/transfer readiness.

Innovation / IP / Supplier Engagement

Drive portions of research, hardware evaluations, and novel application testing; contribute to patents/technical papers where applicable. Lead or represent wet process in supplier discussions supporting breakthrough solutions.

Monitoring, Control & Documentation (Governance)

Identify and drive process simplification opportunities; integrate best‑known manufacturing methods into early development. Design and implement advanced monitoring and control methodologies within module scope. Lead teams/sites/suppliers in quality/yield improvement meetings and ensure clear technical documentation and compliance with IP policy.

Other Responsibilities

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.

Candidate Profile

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

PhD ≥3 yrs, or Master’s ≥5 yrs, or Bachelor’s ≥7 yrs of relevant experience in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field.

Must‑have Technical Skills

• DOE / SPC and data analysis systems (e.g., Y3) to analyze experimental outcomes.
• Working knowledge of memory process flow (planar + vertical NAND context).

Must‑have Soft Skills

• Cross‑functional collaboration, concise communication, and ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment.

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.