Experienced CMP Process Engineer (Evergreen)

Micron Technology; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology in Boise, Idaho seeks a senior CMP Process Engineer to own CMP processes across development and high‑volume manufacturing. You will partner with cross‑functional teams and suppliers to improve yield, reduce cost, and ensure process stability and portability, impacting product performance and reliability.

Minimum qualifications include 10+ years in CMP with dielectric and metal CMP experience, hands‑on CMP tools, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in a relevant field with 10+ years CMP experience.
• Hands-on CMP tools operation and process development.
• Strong communication and independent work skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, start up, optimize, and sustain CMP processes for yield and reliability.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues using failure analysis, FMEA, 8D, SPC, and FDC methods.
• Drive yield improvement, cost reduction, and risk management initiatives.
• Qualify and deploy new process baselines, tools, and materials for NPI and site transfers.
• Evaluate equipment, materials, and supplier performance to improve process outcomes.

Skills

CMP process expertise

Dielectric/metal CMP

Endpoint systems & tools

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science, or related field

Master’s degree

PhD in chemical engineering, materials science, or related field

Tools

CMP tools

Endpoint measurement systems

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.

We’re part of a process engineering team that directly shapes the quality and reliability of advanced semiconductor technologies. Our team works closely with manufacturing, materials, and equipment to solve real production challenges and deliver measurable impact.

If you enjoy hands‑on problem solving and seeing your work translate into better products, you’ll find this team both collaborative and rewarding!

In this role, you will own CMP processes across development and high‑volume manufacturing. You’ll partner with cross‑functional teams and suppliers to improve yield, reduce cost, and ensure process stability and portability. Your work will play a key role in product performance, reliability, and speed to market.

Responsibilities

• Develop, start up, optimize, and sustain CMP processes for yield, cost, and reliability improvements
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues using failure analysis, FMEA, 8D, SPC, and FDC methods
• Drive yield improvement, cost reduction, and risk management initiatives
• Qualify and deploy new process baselines, tools, and materials for NPI and site transfers
• Evaluate equipment, materials, and supplier performance to improve process outcomes

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science, or related field OR Master’s degree OR PhD in chemical engineering, materials science, or related field
• 10+ years of CMP industry experience
• Experience with dielectric and metal CMP, including slurry‑pad interactions
• Hands‑on experience with CMP tools and endpoint systems
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of semiconductor device physics and DRAM function
• Deep knowledge of CMP mechanisms, failure modes, and chemical interactions
• Experience with SPC, FDC, RMS, or APC systems
• Familiarity with leveraging AI‑assisted tools for operational efficiency or coding

Benefits

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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