New College Grad- Dry Etch Equipment Engineer

3000 Micron Idaho Semiconductor Manufacturing (Triton) LLC; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. in Boise, Idaho seeks a Dry Etch Equipment Engineer to help install, qualify, and optimize Dry Etch systems in a new cleanroom. You will work with process engineers, technicians, and suppliers while gaining hands-on semiconductor equipment experience and applying data-driven problem solving.

The role is ideal for a new college graduate who thrives in a highly technical, collaborative environment and values safety and quality in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or Physics, completed or expected before start date.
• Experience involving engineering equipment, troubleshooting, data analysis, manufacturing, or technical problem solving.
• Ability to analyze technical data and use structured problem-solving methods to evaluate issues and identify solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support the installation, startup, and qualification of cutting-edge Dry Etch equipment in our new cleanroom.
• Monitor equipment performance and support data analysis, preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with process engineers, technicians, and other cross-functional partners to identify and resolve equipment-related issues affecting manufacturing.
• Support engineering projects that improve equipment reliability, availability, safety, quality, and manufacturing performance.
• Partner with equipment suppliers and internal teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and develop effective maintenance strategies.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Communication

Hands-on engineering

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics

Tools

Data analysis software

Programming basics

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 in Boise, Idaho, we are expanding our semiconductor manufacturing capabilities and building the next generation of leading-edge memory manufacturing. Our Boise expansion offers engineers the opportunity to help bring new equipment and manufacturing capabilities online while working alongside experienced teams in a highly technical, collaborative environment. As a Dry Etch Equipment Engineer, you will have the opportunity to build your semiconductor equipment expertise while supporting the installation, qualification, maintenance, and optimization of Dry Etch equipment. With a strong focus on safety and quality, you will work alongside process engineers, equipment engineers, technicians, and suppliers to solve technical problems and improve equipment performance. This role is ideal for a new college graduate who enjoys hands‑on engineering, data‑driven problem solving, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Support the installation, startup, and qualification of cutting‑edge Dry Etch equipment in our new cleanroom.
• Monitor equipment performance and support data analysis, preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with process engineers, technicians, and other cross‑functional partners to identify and resolve equipment‑related issues affecting manufacturing.
• Support engineering projects that improve equipment reliability, availability, safety, quality, and manufacturing performance.
• Partner with equipment suppliers and internal teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and develop effective maintenance strategies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related technical field, completed or expected before the position start date.
• Academic, laboratory, internship, co‑op, or project experience involving engineering equipment, troubleshooting, data analysis, manufacturing, or technical problem solving.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze technical data and use structured problem‑solving methods to evaluate issues and identify solutions.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively and collaborate in a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to work hands‑on with semiconductor manufacturing equipment in a cleanroom environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co‑op, research, coursework, or project experience related to semiconductor fabrication, plasma processing, vacuum systems, Dry Etch, or manufacturing equipment.
• Experience using data analysis or programming tools through coursework, research, internships, or projects.
• Demonstrated experience applying engineering fundamentals to equipment troubleshooting, reliability, maintenance, or process improvement.
• Experience working collaboratively on technical projects through internships, research, student organizations, capstone projects, or similar activities.
• Experience or interest in developing Agentic AI workflows to support equipment analysis, troubleshooting, documentation, or continuous improvement

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.

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