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

Micron Technology; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision plans

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Benefits guide and career development

Job summary

Micron Technology in Boise, Idaho seeks a Principal/MTS Process Development Engineer focused on Vapor/Thermal etch to join the Advanced DRAM Technology Development team. You will develop next-generation etch processes and own the process roadmap to meet program and yield goals.

Requirements: PhD with 5+ years or Master’s with 7+ years; 10+ years in related fields; deep knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing, thermodynamics, and etch processes; experience with root-cause analysis and

Qualifications

• PhD with 5+ years of professional experience OR a master's degree with 7+ years.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Education

PhD

Master's degree

Tools

SPC

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 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!

Responsibilities

• 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

Minimum Qualifications

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

Benefits

• Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future.
• 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.
• Benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave.
• A robust paid time-off program and paid holidays.
• 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.