New College Grad - Shift Process Engineer ID1

Socket.dev; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. in Boise, Idaho, is seeking an ID1 High Volume Manufacturing Shift Process Engineer to optimize semiconductor manufacturing processes, improve product quality, and increase throughput and efficiency.

You will work with equipment engineers, shift operations, and cross-functional teams to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement safely. The role requires a solid foundation in SPC/DOE, strong data analytics skills, and experience with programming or visualization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related engineering field.
• Ability to work any assigned shift and rotate schedules.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Proficiency with programming, scripting, analytics, or visualization tools such as Python, Java, MATLAB, Tableau, or Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience analyzing complex manufacturing or engineering data and making process-related decisions based on technical findings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimize manufacturing processes to improve yield, quality, throughput, and overall equipment effectiveness while supporting area KPIs and wafer output goals.
• Analyze process performance using SPC, DOE, DOE, and other engineering methodologies to identify trends, resolve excursions, and drive systematic problem solving.
• Lead issue resolution activities by identifying, escalating, and addressing process, tool, defect, yield, and output-related concerns in a timely manner.
• Develop, update, and maintain operational procedures, assessor checklists, documentation, and training materials to support standardized execution and compliance.
• Utilize AI-enabled analytics tools, data visualization platforms, and engineering software to identify process improvement opportunities and support data-driven decision-making.

Skills

SPC

DOE

Problem solving

Python

MATLAB

Tableau

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Engineering

Tools

Python

Java

MATLAB

Tableau

Microsoft Office

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.

This role supports a high-visibility manufacturing expansion in Boise, where Micron is investing approximately $15 billion to establish leading-edge DRAM manufacturing capabilities. The team plays a critical role in driving operational excellence, process stability, yield improvement, and manufacturing output while supporting Micron's long-term global growth strategy in semiconductor manufacturing. The ID1 High Volume Manufacturing Shift Process Engineer is responsible for optimizing semiconductor manufacturing processes, improving product quality, increasing equipment and process efficiency, and supporting area throughput goals. This position partners closely with equipment engineers, shift operations teams, process owners, and cross-functional stakeholders to rapidly resolve issues, implement continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure manufacturing objectives are achieved safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimize manufacturing processes to improve yield, quality, throughput, and overall equipment effectiveness while supporting area KPIs and wafer output goals.
• Analyze process performance using SPC, FDC, DOE, and other engineering methodologies to identify trends, resolve excursions, and drive systematic problem solving.
• Lead issue resolution activities by identifying, escalating, and addressing process, tool, defect, yield, and output-related concerns in a timely manner.
• Develop, update, and maintain operational procedures, assessor checklists, documentation, and training materials to support standardized execution and compliance.
• Utilize AI-enabled analytics tools, data visualization platforms, and engineering software to identify process improvement opportunities and support data-driven decision-making.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related engineering discipline.
• Ability to work any assigned shift and rotate schedules as business needs require.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Proficiency with one or more programming, scripting, analytics, or visualization tools such as Python, Java, MATLAB, Tableau, or Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience analyzing complex manufacturing or engineering data and making process-related decisions based on technical findings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple functional teams.
• Experience with data collection systems, data warehousing, data cleansing, and database querying.
• Hands-on experience applying data analytics techniques to support engineering, manufacturing, or operational improvements.
• Working knowledge of semiconductor fabrication processes, processing equipment, and supporting systems.
• Experience leveraging AI-assisted tools, Artificial Intelligence technologies, or Generative AI solutions to improve productivity, data analysis, reporting, or operational efficiency.

Work Authorization Requirement:
Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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.

AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.

Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.