New College Grad - DRAM Device & Cell Technology Engineer

Micron Technology, Inc; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Benefits guide reference

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. seeks a DRAM Device & Cell Technology Engineer to advance next-generation DRAM cell architectures and access devices. You’ll work with engineers to solve complex challenges and support memory technology roadmaps.

You will apply semiconductor device knowledge, data analysis, and experimental methods, collaborating across teams to optimize technology solutions and deliver impact.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics, or related field by start date.
• coursework or project experience in semiconductor devices, microelectronics or device physics.
• Fundamental understanding of MOSFETs and electrical characterization.

Responsibilities

• Support development and evaluation of DRAM cell and access device technologies to improve density and reliability.
• Design, complete, and analyze silicon experiments and electrical characterization studies.
• Collaborate with device, process integration, modeling, design, and product teams to optimize solutions.
• Perform data analysis and communicate findings via reports and presentations.
• Utilize AI-assisted tools to enhance productivity and identify trends in data.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Data analysis

Education

MS/PhD in EE or related

Tools

TCAD Tools (Sentaurus/Silvaco)

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 Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence.

The DRAM and Cell Technology team is passionate about advancing next-generation memory technologies through device innovation, technology development, and multi-functional collaboration. Our engineers work at the forefront of semiconductor research to enable future DRAM scaling, performance improvements, and reliability enhancements.

As a DRAM Device & Cell Technology Engineer, you will contribute to advancing and optimizing next-generation DRAM cell architectures and access device technologies. Working alongside experienced engineers and researchers, you will apply your knowledge of semiconductor devices, data analysis, and experimental methods to solve complex technical challenges and support future memory technology roadmaps.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and evaluation of DRAM cell and access device technologies to improve density, retention, reliability, and disturb immunity.
• Design, complete, and analyze silicon experiments, electrical characterization studies, and device performance investigations.
• Collaborate with device, process integration, modeling, design, and product engineering teams to understand array-level behavior and optimize technology solutions.
• Perform data analysis and communicate technical findings through reports, presentations, and team discussions.
• Utilize AI-Assisted tools and data analysis techniques to improve engineering productivity, identify trends in experimental data, and support technology development activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics, or a related technical field, completed by start date.
• Coursework, studies, practical training, or project experience involving semiconductor devices, microelectronics, materials characterization, or device physics.
• Fundamental understanding of semiconductor device physics, including MOSFET operation and electrical characterization principles.
• Experience using data analysis and scripting tools such as Python, MATLAB, JMP, or equivalent software.
• Proven ability to analyze technical data and communicate results in academic, research, or internship environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic research, internship, or project experience related to memory technologies, semiconductor devices, or sophisticated process technologies.
• Familiarity with DRAM fundamentals, including memory cell operation, sensing, retention, or reliability mechanisms.
• Experience with TCAD simulation tools such as Synopsys Sentaurus, Silvaco, or comparable modeling platforms.
• Knowledge of semiconductor fabrication, process integration, reliability analysis, or device variation concepts.
• Exposure to AI, Generative AI, or Applying AI tools to support technical research, engineering analysis, or workflow efficiency.

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.

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.