Principal/MTS Vapor/Thermal Etch Development Engineer, Advanced DRAM Wet Etch

Micron Technology, Inc; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc is seeking a Principal/MTS Vapor/Thermal Etch Development Engineer to advance next-generation DRAM wet etch technologies. You will work with Process Integration, equipment teams, and vendors to push the boundaries of thermal and vapor etch processes.

The role emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and rigorous yield improvements. Required are a PhD with 5+ years (or Master’s with 7+ years) and 10+ years in related fields, with deep knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing

Qualifications

• PhD with 5+ years of experience or Master’s with 7+ years in relevant field.
• 10+ years in physics, chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or related area.
• Expert knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing and thermal, vapor, or ALD etch processes.
• Root-cause analysis or model-based problem solving experience.
• Thermodynamics, gas-phase reactions, transport phenomena, and reaction characterization; cross-functional leadership.
• Statistics and SPC knowledge; programming or scripting for data analysis.
• Experience applying AI-enabled analytics to engineering workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate advanced thermal, vapor, and ALD etch processes for next-generation DRAM.
• Lead feasibility studies, investigations, and root-cause analyses to resolve process challenges.
• Drive process roadmaps, readiness, and yield improvements to meet programs.
• Collaborate with Process Integration, equipment development, and vendors on solutions.
• Contribute to IP development and evaluate emerging technologies.

Education

PhD

Master's degree

Job description

Req ID: JR109459 Principal/MTS Vapor/Thermal Etch Development Engineer, Advanced DRAM Wet Etch

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 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.

As a Principal/MTS Process Development Engineer with a focus on Vapor/Thermal etching, you will be part of a revolutionary Advanced DRAM Technology Development team. The position promises ample opportunity for innovation, collaboration and testing new dimensions in Advanced DRAM.

You will work directly with Process Integration, equipment development engineers, hardware vendors and other process areas including Dry Etch, Metals, CVD, Diffusion, Lithography and CMP. You will work on state of the art and best in class tooling and own the process roadmap to meet program and yield goals!

• Develop and integrate advanced thermal, vapor, and atomic layer etch processes for next-generation DRAM technologies
• Lead feasibility studies, technical investigations, and root-cause analysis to resolve complex process challenges
• Drive process roadmaps, technical readiness, and yield improvements to meet program objectives
• Collaborate with Process Integration, equipment development, hardware vendors, and cross-functional engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions
• Contribute to intellectual property development and evaluate emerging technologies to influence future strategy

• PhD with 5+ years of professional experience OR a master's degree with 7+ years of professional experience
• 10+ years of experience in physics, chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or a related field
• Expert knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing and experience developing thermal, vapor, or atomic layer etch processes
• Demonstrated success solving complex technical challenges using root-cause analysis or model-based problem-solving methods
• Expert knowledge of thermodynamics, gas-phase reactions, transport phenomena, and reaction characterization, with experience leading cross-functional engineering initiatives

• Advanced knowledge of statistics and experience with statistical process control (SPC)
• Programming or scripting experience supporting data analysis, automation, or process modeling
• Experience applying AI-enabled tools to improve engineering workflows, research, or process optimization
• Experience using AI-assisted analytics to enhance data interpretation, anomaly detection, and yield improvement initiatives
• Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders

Job Profile(s): Semiconductor Process Eng MTS

Relocation Level: TBD

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