Fab Equipment Engineer - SWE

Micron Technology, Inc.; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. in the United States is seeking an Equipment Engineer to ensure the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment.

You will own end-to-end equipment performance and collaborate across manufacturing, process engineering, maintenance, and supplier teams. As part of Micron’s AI-enabled ecosystem, you will use data-driven insights and analytics to improve tool performance, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with technical solving, root cause analysis, equipment or system diagnostics, and data interpretation.
• Demonstrated SPC principles and Continuous Improvement in engineering, manufacturing, or similar environments.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, automation, or manufacturing systems and ability to produce user documentation for cross-functional teams.
• Willing and able to work 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends in a 24/7 fab environment; stand and walk; wear PPE; lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Own equipment performance and reliability by identifying issues and driving corrective actions.
• Diagnose technical issues using structured problem-solving and rapid tool recovery.
• Lead equipment upgrade/modification projects and collaborate with vendors.
• Partner across Process, Manufacturing, Facilities, Quality, Maintenance to resolve issues.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to team members.
• Build and maintain SOPs and troubleshooting guides.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and manufacturing standards.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Diagnostics

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Automation systems

SPC & CI

Education

Bachelor's degree in related technical field

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Materials Science

Industrial Engineering

Mechatronics

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 an Equipment Engineer, you will ensure the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment by solving complex technical challenges, owning end-to-end equipment performances, and partnering across manufacturing, process engineering, maintenance, and supplier teams. As part of Micron’s AI-enabled ecosystem, Fab Equipment Engineers use AI-supported data, equipment health insights, and advanced analytics to improve tool performance, reliability, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement across semiconductor manufacturing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own equipment performance and reliability by identifying issues, driving corrective actions, and lifecycle improvement strategies

• Diagnose technical issues by applying structured problem-solving and enabling rapid tool recovery to prevent emerging issues

• Drive equipment upgrade/modification projects, implement hardware solutions and partner with vendors to resolve issues

• Partner and collaborate across functions (Process, Manufacturing, Facilities, Quality, Maintenance teams) to resolve issues

• Communicate findings and recommendations to team members

• Build and maintain SOPs, solving guides, and promote information exchange

• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and manufacturing standards

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced certification in a related technical field, equivalent technical military experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Experience may be demonstrated through education, internships, research, military service, manufacturing, or professional experience.

• Demonstrated experience with technical solving, root cause analysis, equipment or system diagnostics, and analyzing and interpreting data .

• Demonstrated experience with SPC principles and Continuous Improvement in an engineering, research, manufacturing, military, or comparable technical environment.

• Demonstrated experience working with mechanical, electrical, automation, or manufacturing systems , along with the ability to produce user documentation and communicate effectively with multi-functional collaborators.

• Willing and able to work 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends in a 24/7 fab environment; stand and walk for full shifts on uneven or tight floors; wear required PPE and cleanroom garments; bend, kneel, and climb to access equipment; and lift up to 40 pounds .

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering , or a related technical field.

• Experience or exposure to semiconductor manufacturing or high-volume manufacturing .

• Experience or exposure to equipment maintenance and reliability, robotics and automation, vacuum systems, or industrial control systems .

• Experience or exposure to SPC, FDC, MES, or other manufacturing data and control systems .

• Experience or exposure to process improvement, equipment qualification, or equipment validation .

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:

$73,000.00 - $183,000.00 a year

Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or 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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Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

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

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