Semiconductor Yield Enhancement Lab Technician

Micron Technology; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology in Idaho seeks a Product Yield Enhancement (PYE) Lab Technician to support yield improvement and failure analysis in the Characterization Lab. You will operate advanced semiconductor test equipment, analyze data, and collaborate with engineers and manufacturing teams to drive product quality and reliability.

The role offers exposure to modern memory technologies and opportunities to contribute to operational excellence, technical innovation, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in technical, manufacturing, laboratory, semiconductor, military, or engineering environment.
• Ability to interpret procedures, follow detailed work instructions, and resolve technical issues.
• Experience using computer systems and software applications to collect, analyze, and communicate information.
• Ability to work a compressed workweek schedule, including 12-hour shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime.

Responsibilities

• Investigate product lots and devices to support Product Yield Enhancement (PYE) failure analysis and characterization requests.
• Complete semiconductor test flows using approved procedures, engineering tools, and laboratory equipment.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain characterization and burn-in equipment, including Single Board Testers (SBT), pretest stations, and burn-in systems.
• Apply Linux-based systems, scripts, and engineering applications for gathering data, solving issues, and supporting product analysis.
• Analyze test results and verify process outcomes using failure analysis and yield-monitoring tools.
• Partner with Product Engineers, Characterization Engineers, Manufacturing teams, and Technical Support groups to resolve product and process issues.
• Document activities, track product disposition, maintain accurate records, and communicate findings to collaborators.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on laboratory efficiency, equipment utilization, product quality, and safety.

Skills

Data analysis

Lab environment

Linux scripting

Technical troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Linux

Engineering tools

Job description

Micron Technology in Idaho seeks a Product Yield Enhancement (PYE) Lab Technician to support yield improvement and failure analysis in the Characterization Lab. You will operate advanced semiconductor test equipment, analyze data, and collaborate with engineers and manufacturing teams to drive product quality and reliability.

The role offers exposure to modern memory technologies and opportunities to contribute to operational excellence, technical innovation, and continuous improvement.