LEAD PRINCIPAL ENGINEER, ID1 ATE DE PROC

3000 Micron Idaho Semiconductor Manufacturing (Triton) LLC; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Micron Idaho Semiconductor Manufacturing (Triton) is seeking an engineer to lead plasma dry etch technology development and collaborate with HVM FABs. The role requires building cross-functional teams, supplier accountability, and driving yield improvements while aligning with TD and central operations.

The position emphasizes end-to-end manufacturing excellence, global alignment, and strong KPI ownership. Travel up to 10% is anticipated; a Master’s degree in a related field and 3 years of

Qualifications

• Requires Master’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience.
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plasma dry etch technology development.
• Lead supplier accountability programs.
• Establish manufacturing team structures, standards, and processes.
• Resolve yield, defectivity and cycle time issues in the process area.
• Perform statistical analysis using JMP.
• Drive MOR-POR gaps, PMI, SPC, and CSPEC.
• Provide technical guidance to resolve capacity or cost-reduction projects.

Skills

Plasma Dry Etch

Statistical analysis

Supplier management

Yield improvement

Education

Master's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

JMP

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.

Micron Idaho Semiconductor Manufacturing (Triton) LLC Etch process development on the latest state‑of‑the‑art plasma etch tools, necessitating proficiency in Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP), Capacitively Coupled Plasma (CCP), and Electron Cyclotron Resonance (ECR) technologies. Collaborate with High Volume Manufacturing (HVM) FABs to deploy advanced dry etch technologies, thereby accelerating production ramps. Engage with partners in technology development, Operational Central teams, and HVM FABs. Work with Technology Development (TD) and HVM to develop, deploy, and sustain end‑to‑end manufacturing excellence through robust supplier management and central operations execution. Establish global alignment across diverse organizations focusing on Commercial (cost), Efficiency, New Product Introduction (NPI) speed, and quality metrics. Influence HVM FABs on high‑priority Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) critical for yield enhancement, encompassing improvements in both variability and defectivity.

Position supervise the work of other engineers. Position requires 10% international travel. Employer will accept a Master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or in a related occupation.

1. Plasma Dry Etch Technology;
2. Leading suppliers and establishing supplier accountability programs;
3. Establishing manufacturing team structures, standards, and processes;
4. Resolving yield ,defectivity and cycle time related issues related to process area;
5. Statistical analysis using JMP;
6. Driving Dry etch area MOR-POR gaps , PMI , SPC, and CSPEC;
7. Providing technical guidance to resolve complex capacity or cost reduction projects.

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.

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