New College Grad - PCVD Process Engineer

1000 Micron Technology, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Micron Technology, Boise, Idaho, seeks a PCVD Process Engineer to contribute to development, optimization, and sustainment of semiconductor manufacturing processes in a state‑of‑the‑art fabrication environment.

You will collaborate with Process Integration, Equipment, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to improve yield, quality, reliability, and productivity, applying data analytics and AI workflows to monitor processes and drive improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a STEM field (see education).
• Graduating before start date or within last 24 months.
• Foundational knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing or related fields.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts and collaborate in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support development, optimization, and sustainment of PCVD processes to improve performance, efficiency, and yield.
• Analyze process data to identify trends, investigate issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Process Integration, Equipment, Manufacturing, Quality, and other teams to meet objectives.
• Participate in process qualifications, experiments, and continuous improvement using statistics and engineering methods.
• Use data analytics tools to evaluate process performance and drive decisions.
• Explore AI-assisted workflows to enhance monitoring, productivity, and problem solving.
• Document findings and present results to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry

Tools

Python

JMP

MATLAB

SQL

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. Our Vision 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 leading-edge 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.

Position Overview As a PCVD Process Engineer, you will contribute to the development, optimization, and sustainment of semiconductor manufacturing processes. You will gain hands‑on experience in a state‑of‑the‑art fabrication environment, partnering with teams to improve yield, quality, reliability, and productivity. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to apply engineering fundamentals, build technical expertise, and develop a career in advanced semiconductor manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, optimization, and sustainment of PCVD processes to improve product performance, manufacturing efficiency, and yield.
• Analyze process and manufacturing data to identify trends, investigate issues, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Process Integration, Equipment, Manufacturing, Quality, and other engineering teams to achieve production and technology objectives.
• Participate in process qualifications, experiments, and continuous improvement initiatives using statistical and engineering methodologies.
• Employ data analytics tools to evaluate process performance and drive data‑informed decisions.
• Explore and apply AI‑assisted and Agentic AI workflows to enhance process monitoring, engineering productivity, and problem‑solving.
• Document findings, present technical results, and communicate recommendations to interested parties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related STEM discipline.
• Graduating before the start date or graduated within the last 24 months.
• Foundational knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing, materials science, process engineering, or related technical fields through coursework, research, internships, or co‑op experience.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting skills demonstrated through academic projects, research, laboratory work, or internships!
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively and collaborate within a team‑oriented environment!

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co‑op, research, or laboratory experience in semiconductor manufacturing, microelectronics, nanotechnology, materials processing, plasma‑enhanced deposition systems, or related technologies.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC), experimental design (DOE), process characterization, or data visualization techniques.
• Familiarity 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, automation, or data analysis projects.
• Demonstrated leadership through student organizations, research teams, design competitions, project‑based coursework, or community involvement.

What Sets You Apart

• Strong curiosity and desire to learn in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to use data to identify root causes and recommend solutions.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills across technical fields.
• Adaptability and willingness to take ownership of complex technical challenges.
• Passion for driving innovation in semiconductor technology.

Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.