Senior DRAM Dry Etch Engineer — Shape Next-Gen Memory

Micron Technology; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology in Boise, Idaho, is seeking a DRAM Dry Etch Engineer to develop and optimize plasma etch processes for next‑generation memory devices. You will work in a research and development environment with broad technical ownership, hands‑on experimentation, and opportunities to influence technology roadmaps.

The role requires advanced degree or equivalent semiconductor experience, strong knowledge of plasma physics and dry etch chemistries, and a track record in data‑driven problem

Qualifications

• MS or PhD with 3–5 years of relevant experience, or BS with 5–10 years of semiconductor experience.
• Experience in dry etch process development within semiconductor manufacturing or R&D.
• Understanding of plasma physics, dry etch chemistries, and reactor fundamentals.
• Experience using statistical methods, SPC, and data‑driven problem solving.
• Ability to manage different projects and work effectively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize dry etch processes to meet structural and electrical requirements.
• Collaborate with integration and process teams to solve complex device and process challenges.
• Perform root cause analysis and drive yield, defect, and process improvements.
• Analyze data to improve process capability, stability, and manufacturing readiness.
• Support process transfer, project execution, and production issue resolution.

Skills

Dry etch development

Plasma physics

Statistical methods

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

MS or PhD in related field

BS with semiconductor experience

Tools

ICP dry etch system

CCP dry etch system

SPC tooling

Job description

Micron Technology in Boise, Idaho, is seeking a DRAM Dry Etch Engineer to develop and optimize plasma etch processes for next‑generation memory devices. You will work in a research and development environment with broad technical ownership, hands‑on experimentation, and opportunities to influence technology roadmaps.

The role requires advanced degree or equivalent semiconductor experience, strong knowledge of plasma physics and dry etch chemistries, and a track record in data‑driven problem