Dry Etch Process Development Engineer

Micron Technology, Inc; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc in Boise, Idaho is seeking a Dry Etch Process Development Engineer to develop and optimize plasma dry etch processes impacting device performance and manufacturability. This role demands collaboration with teams to transition technology into production.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related fields, with 2+ years of semiconductor experience. Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree or PhD, and skills in data analysis and Python scripting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant semiconductor experience required.
• Must have ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Academic knowledge of dry etch, plasma physics, or thermodynamics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop dry etch processes to meet product requirements.
• Optimize processes to improve capability and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with integration and process teams on solutions.

Skills

Working knowledge of statistics

Analytical problem-solving skills

Experience with data analysis and scripting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field

Master’s degree or PhD in semiconductor-related technical field

Tools

MS Office

Python

Job description

Dry Etch Process Development Engineer (Evergreen)

In this role, you will develop and optimize plasma dry etch processes that directly impact device performance, yield, and manufacturability. You’ll work in a pilot manufacturing environment, partner closely with integration and vendors, and help transition cutting‑edge technology into production fabs around the world.

Responsibilities

• Develop dry etch processes to meet physical and electrical product requirements
• Optimize processes to reduce cost, variability, and improve capability
• Collaborate with integration and process teams to develop innovative solutions
• Perform root cause and failure mode analysis and drive vendor improvements
• Support pilot line operations and transfer processes to production facilities

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field
• 2+ years of relevant semiconductor experience
• Working knowledge of statistics and statistical process control
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet commitments
• Academic knowledge of dry etch, plasma physics, thermodynamics, or transport phenomena

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in a semiconductor‑related technical field
• Experience in a research and development environment
• Strong analytical and creative problem‑solving skills
• Experience with data analysis, scripting, or Python
• Strong digital literacy including MS Office

Job Profile(s)

• Semiconductor Process Engineer 2
• Process Development Engineer – PhD

Relocation Level

TBD

Equal Opportunity Employer

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.