Principal Dry Etch MDE Lead Engineer

Micron Technology, Inc; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid family leave

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Semiconductor Process Eng Manager 1 to lead dry etch development, guide engineering teams across shifts, and ensure efficient wafer flow.

You will shape development execution, mentor engineers, and drive performance metrics in a 24/7 development environment. The role partners with process, integration, and manufacturing teams, leveraging AI to optimize workflows and accelerate learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent semiconductor experience.
• Experience in dry etch process development and plasma fundamentals.
• Demonstrated leadership in a technical or manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Ability to manage execution across multiple teams and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead dry etch development execution and ensure efficient wafer flow and data quality.
• Manage and develop engineers across shifts through coaching and mentorship.
• Drive operational performance including cycle time, tool readiness, and execution metrics.
• Partner with process, integration, and manufacturing teams to resolve issues.
• Improve systems and workflows to increase development throughput.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Shifts management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

MS/PhD in semiconductor or related field

Tools

Dry etch equipment

Plasma equipment

Job description

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Semiconductor Process Eng Manager 1 to lead dry etch development, guide engineering teams across shifts, and ensure efficient wafer flow.

You will shape development execution, mentor engineers, and drive performance metrics in a 24/7 development environment. The role partners with process, integration, and manufacturing teams, leveraging AI to optimize workflows and accelerate learning.