DRAM Dry Etch Tech Lead – MTS/SMTS

Micron; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Paid time off

Paid holidays

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Job summary

Micron Technology is seeking senior process engineering leaders to join ID1 in Boise, reporting to the Director of DE/WP/CMP. You will drive development and optimization of Dry Etch for DRAM, define roadmaps, mentor engineers, and collaborate across R&D, integration, metrology, and equipment groups to ensure robust, scalable manufacturing solutions.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, advanced etch knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver yield ramp-up and high-performance

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in Dry Etch process development, preferably in DRAM or advanced memory technologies.
• Proven track record of technical leadership in semiconductor process engineering.
• Deep understanding of plasma etch mechanisms, process control, and defect mitigation.
• Experience with advanced etch tools (e.g., Lam, TEL, AMAT) and process characterization techniques.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, characterization, and optimization of Dry Etch processes for advanced DRAM structures.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with integration, metrology, equipment, and R&D teams to ensure process robustness and manufacturability.
• Define and execute technical roadmaps aligned with DRAM scaling requirements and yield improvement goals.
• Evaluate and implement new etch technologies, chemistries, and hardware platforms.
• Mentor and guide developing engineers; foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence.
• Collaborate with equipment vendors and external partners to co-develop solutions.
• Drive root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives for process-related issues.
• Present findings and recommendations to executive leadership and global teams.

Skills

Dry Etch process development

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field

Tools

Lam

TEL

AMAT

Job description

Micron Technology is seeking senior process engineering leaders to join ID1 in Boise, reporting to the Director of DE/WP/CMP. You will drive development and optimization of Dry Etch for DRAM, define roadmaps, mentor engineers, and collaborate across R&D, integration, metrology, and equipment groups to ensure robust, scalable manufacturing solutions.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, advanced etch knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver yield ramp-up and high-performance