Dry Etch Process Manager

Micron Technology; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology invites applications for a Process and Equipment Engineering Manager in Boise, ID. You will lead the Dry Etch process team, drive capacity expansion for the ID1 Memory Fab, and partner with global DRAM manufacturing teams to startup the new high-volume facility.

You will hire the process teams, develop training plans, set ambitious targets, and collaborate with ME, IE, procurement, and safety teams to ensure smooth implementation and ongoing excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in an engineering or science-related field.
• Senior Engineer or higher with leadership experience and a minimum of 5 years direct Dry Etch experience.
• Proven track record of leading small and large teams toward common goals with a successful history of prior leadership.
• Ability to set and measure short and long-range goals for a large team or department.
• Demonstrated experience in building and developing teams.
• Proven ability to lead multiple complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing team structure, standards, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Complete all required safety training and ensure adherence to Micron safety policies while encouraging a positive work environment.
• Develop the strategic vision for establishing the ID1 Process and Equipment Engineering Dry Etch Process team.
• Set and communicate ambitious performance targets and line-of-sight goals to team members.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering (ME) and Industrial Engineering (IE) teams to validate capacity planning and achieve required wafer output.
• Support department business processes for process qualification on new tools.
• Serve as a key resource for technical support, working with global counterparts to identify and implement best-known methods.
• Address large audiences, executives, and technology authorities on sophisticated topics.
• Ensure succession plans are in place for all key positions within your area of responsibility.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or science-related field

Job description

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

As a Process and Equipment Engineering Manager at Micron Technology, you will lead top process and equipment groups to expand manufacturing capacity in the newest Memory Fab in the United States.

Your primary responsibility over the next 1-2 years will be leading the hiring of the process teams for the Dry Etch area, developing and managing the training plans for these new engineers, and partnering closely with our global DRAM manufacturing teams to startup the new high volume manufacturing (HVM) facility in Boise, ID (ID1).

This position requires collaborating with the ID1 Leadership Team, University Relations, Global HVMs, TD, Procurement, Facilities as well as interaction with equipment and materials suppliers to drive area manufacturing alignment.

Responsibilities

• Complete all required safety training and ensure adherence to Micron safety policies while encouraging a positive work environment
• Develop the strategic vision for establishing the ID1 Process and Equipment Engineering Dry Etch Process team
• Set and communicate ambitious performance targets and line-of-sight goals to team members
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering (ME) and Industrial Engineering (IE) teams to validate capacity planning and achieve required wafer output
• Support department business processes for process qualification on new tools
• Serve as a key resource for technical support, working with global counterparts to identify and implement best-known methods
• Address large audiences, executives, and technology authorities on sophisticated topics
• Ensure succession plans are in place for all key positions within your area of responsibility

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in an engineering or science-related field
• Senior Engineer or higher with previous leadership experience and a minimum of 5 years direct Dry Etch experience
• Proven track record of leading small and large teams toward common goals with a successful history of prior leadership
• Ability to set and measure short and long-range goals for a large team or department
• Demonstrated experience in building and developing teams
• Proven ability to lead multiple complex projects
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing team structure, standards, and processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Excellent data analysis, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Experience and/or interest in developing Agentic AI workflows into current or future processes

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.

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.

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