ID1 Photolithography Process Engineer

Micron Technology, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. in Boise, ID is seeking a Semiconductor Process Engineer 2 to support lithography manufacturing, monitor process health, and drive improvements.

The role partners with operations and equipment engineering to stabilize yields, reduce cycle times, and implement AI-driven productivity gains. Ideal candidates have a BS with lithography experience or an MS in a related technical field, plus familiarity with high-volume manufacturing execution and defect mechanisms.

Qualifications

• B.S. with 2+ years semiconductor lithography experience or an M.S. in a related technical field.
• Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing execution, including SPC monitoring and response.
• Foundational knowledge of lithography processes, photo materials, and defect mechanisms.
• Ability to follow standard work, analyze data, and document results clearly.
• Willingness to travel internationally for onboarding and training purposes.

Responsibilities

• Execute established control plans and standard work to support stable lithography manufacturing.
• Monitor SPC, metrology, defect, and tool health indicators and advance risks appropriately.
• Support excursion response activities, including containment, data collection, and documentation.
• Partner with shift operations and equipment engineering to support tool recovery and daily priorities.
• Complete well-defined improvement tasks related to yield, output, cycle time, or cost with guidance.
• Leverage AI-powered tools and emerging technologies to improve productivity, streamline workflows, enhance decision-making, and drive operational efficiency.
• Identify and implement opportunities to utilize artificial intelligence solutions to optimize workflows and support business objectives.
• Utilize AI-driven insights and data analysis tools to support decision-making, problem-solving, and continuous process improvement.

Skills

Data analysis

Process optimization

Documentation

Travel willingness

Education

B.S. in relevant field

M.S. in relevant 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.

At Micron‑Boise, ID, we are undergoing a historic $15 billion investment in semiconductor manufacturing; construction began in early 2023, with DRAM production slated for the second half of the decade. As a leader in the semiconductor industry, we build solutions that inspire and transform technology. With plans to invest more than $150 billion globally over the next decade in leading‑edge manufacturing, we are looking for passionate people to join our Boise expansion team and contribute to the growth and innovation of the semiconductor industry.

Micron’s Boise High‑Volume Manufacturing (HVM) team is responsible for delivering stable, high‑yield semiconductor manufacturing to support Micron’s long‑term DRAM production strategy. The photolithography organization partners closely with operations, equipment engineering, and integration to maintain safe, efficient, and repeatable manufacturing. The Photolithography Process Engineer supports day‑to‑day health and capability of assigned, non‑critical lithography processes and tools. This role drives established control plans and standard work, monitors manufacturing signals, and supports issue resolution and continuous improvement activities with mentorship from more expert engineers.

Responsibilities

• Execute established control plans and standard work to support stable lithography manufacturing.
• Monitor SPC, metrology, defect, and tool health indicators and advance risks appropriately.
• Support excursion response activities, including containment, data collection, and documentation.
• Partner with shift operations and equipment engineering to support tool recovery and daily priorities.
• Complete well‑defined improvement tasks related to yield, output, cycle time, or cost with guidance.
• Leverage AI‑powered tools and emerging technologies to improve productivity, streamline workflows, enhance decision‑making, and drive operational efficiency.
• Identify and implement opportunities to utilize artificial intelligence solutions to optimize workflows and support business objectives.
• Utilize AI‑driven insights and data analysis tools to support decision‑making, problem‑solving, and continuous process improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S with 2+ years semiconductor lithography experience or M.S in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field..
• Understanding of high‑volume manufacturing execution, including SPC monitoring and response.
• Foundational knowledge of lithography processes, photo materials, and defect mechanisms.
• Ability to follow standard work, analyze data, and document results clearly.
• Willingness to travel internationally for onboarding and training purposes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting semiconductor lithography processes in an HVM environment.
• Familiarity with 365 nm, 248 nm, or 193 nm lithography materials and processes.
• Exposure to data analysis tools, statistics, or DOE methods.
• Experience collaborating with operations or equipment engineering teams.

Job Profile(s)

Semiconductor Process Engineer 2

Relocation Level: TBD

Benefits

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 Benefits | Micron Technology, Inc

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.