Principal Vapor/Thermal Etch Process Lead (DRAM)

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

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Paid holidays

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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

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