New College Grad - Dry Etch Process Engineer

Micron Technology; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology in Boise, Idaho is seeking a Dry Etch Process Engineer to help develop, optimize, and sustain semiconductor manufacturing processes in a brand new fabrication environment.

You will work with experienced engineers to improve yield, quality, reliability, and productivity while applying engineering fundamentals and data analytics to advancing manufacturing capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM field listed in qualifications.
• Graduating by start date or graduated within the last 24 months.
• Knowledge in semiconductor manufacturing, materials science or process engineering through coursework, internships or co-op.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills from projects or research.
• Ability to communicate technical information and collaborate in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support development and optimization of dry etch processes to improve product performance and manufacturing efficiency.
• Analyze process and manufacturing data to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with process integration, equipment, manufacturing and quality teams to meet production goals.
• Participate in process qualifications, experiments and continuous improvement projects using statistical methods.
• Apply data analytics and explore AI-assisted workflows to enhance monitoring and productivity.

Education

Chemical Engineering

Materials Science

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Physics

Chemistry

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 is advancing a historic $15 billion investment in semiconductor manufacturing in Boise, Idaho, with DRAM production planned for the second half of the decade. As a global leader in memory and storage solutions, Micron is investing more than $150 billion worldwide over the next decade to expand groundbreaking manufacturing capabilities and drive innovation across the semiconductor industry.

Join the Boise expansion team and help build the future of semiconductor manufacturing. You will work alongside experienced engineers to develop advanced processes, solve complex manufacturing challenges, and support the production of technologies that power everything from artificial intelligence to next‑generation computing systems.

As a Dry Etch Process Engineer, you will contribute to the development, optimization, and sustainment of semiconductor manufacturing processes. You will gain hands‑on experience in a brand new fabrication environment, working with multi‑functional teams to improve yield, quality, reliability, and productivity. This is an excellent opportunity to apply engineering fundamentals, develop technical expertise, and grow your career in semiconductor manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and optimization of dry etch processes to improve product performance, yield, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Analyze process and manufacturing data to identify trends, solve issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Partner with process integration, equipment, manufacturing, and quality teams to support production goals and process improvements.
• Participate in process qualifications, experiments, and continuous improvement projects using statistical and engineering methodologies.
• Apply data analytics and explore AI-Assisted and Agentic AI workflows to enhance process monitoring, engineering productivity, and decision‑making.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related STEM field.
• Graduating by start date or graduated within the last 24 months.
• Basic understanding of semiconductor manufacturing, materials science, process engineering, or related technical fields through coursework, research, internships, or co‑op experience.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills through academic projects, internships, laboratory work, or research activities.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information and collaborate within a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co‑op, research, or laboratory experience in semiconductor manufacturing, microelectronics, nanotechnology, materials processing, plasma systems, or related technologies.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis, SPC, experimental design, or data visualization techniques.
• Experience with programming, scripting, or data analysis tools such as Python, JMP, MATLAB, SQL, or similar platforms.
• Experience applying AI, Generative AI, or AI-Assisted tools to support engineering, research, or data analysis projects.
• Demonstrated leadership through student organizations, research teams, design competitions, or project‑based coursework.

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.

For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at [e-mail] or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3).

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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