Product Yield Enhancement Engineer

micron; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology seeks a Product Yield Enhancement Engineer to join a forward-thinking team focused on identifying and resolving yield-limiting issues across products. You will collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, Marketing, and Quality to drive yield improvements using data analytics, failure analysis, and AI-assisted decision making.

You will develop solutions, analyze root causes, and apply statistical methods while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical data and identify trends.
• Willingness to rotate day and night shifts every four months.
• Experience with computer-based tools including AI/data analysis applications.

Responsibilities

• Identify root causes of yield loss through product/process analysis.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to resolve issues affecting yield.
• Perform physical failure analysis to determine failure mechanisms.
• Apply statistical methods and AI tools to drive yield improvements.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a safe laboratory environment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Data interpretation

AI tools familiarity

Team collaboration

Adaptability to rotating shifts

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Chemical Eng, Mechanical Eng, Materials Science & Eng, or related field

Tools

AI-assisted tools

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.

Job Summary

As a Product Yield Enhancement Engineer at Micron, you will be part of a forward-thinking engineering team responsible for identifying, analyzing, and resolving yield-limiting issues to ensure the successful release of high-quality products to both internal and external customers. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Research & Development, Manufacturing, Marketing, and Quality teams to drive product yield improvements through data analysis, failure analysis, and innovative problem-solving techniques. You will also bring to bear AI-assisted tools and workflows to accelerate root-cause identification and improve engineering decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Identify and investigate the root causes of yield loss through detailed product and process analysis.
• Collaborate with multi-functional engineering teams to resolve process and defect-related issues impacting product performance and reliability.
• Perform physical failure analysis to determine failure mechanisms associated with assembly defects and fabrication processes.
• Apply statistical methods, data analytics, and AI-assisted tools to drive yield improvement projects and support decision-making.
• Follow chemical safety protocols, laboratory procedures, and industry guidelines while maintaining a safe working environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret technical data and identify trends.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multi-functional team environment.
• Willingness to work rotating day and night shifts in approximately four-month intervals.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer-based tools and technologies, including exposure to AI-assisted tools or data analysis applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or coursework related to semiconductor manufacturing, yield enhancement, process engineering, or failure analysis.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis techniques and data-driven problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience with laboratory equipment or an interest in developing expertise with Focused Ion Beam (FIB) and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) technologies.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Demonstrated behaviors including teamwork, integrity, trust, self-development, drive for results, and a highly motivated, goal-oriented approach.
• Experience using AI

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, 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. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the 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.

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