New College Grad - Shift Process Engineer ID1

Micron Technology; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off and holidays

Disability and paid family leave

401(k) / retirement benefits

Job summary

Micron Technology is seeking an ID1 High Volume Manufacturing Shift Process Engineer in Boise to optimize semiconductor manufacturing processes, improve yield and quality, and support throughput targets. You will collaborate with equipment engineers, shift operations, process owners, and cross-functional teams to drive improvements while ensuring safety and efficiency.

The role emphasizes applying SPC/DOE, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools to identify opportunities and implement improvements

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 SPC, 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, 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 knowledge

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Eng., Electrical Eng., Materials Science, Physics, or related engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Tableau

Excel

Java

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.

Benefits

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.

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.