Senior or Staff Photolithography Materials Engineer

1000 Micron Technology, Inc.; Idaho City (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. in Boise, Idaho, seeks a Senior or Staff R&D Photolithography Materials Engineer to lead development of photoresist materials for advanced memory devices, from 365nm to EUV processes, and to integrate new materials into manufacturing.

You will work across sites with suppliers, perform DOEs and data analysis, and apply AI-assisted data review to optimize processes while ensuring IP protection and safety in a cleanroom environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of lithography materials for 365 nm, 248 nm, 193 nm, and EUV processes.
• Strong statistical analysis skills including DOEs and data interpretation.
• Experience working with suppliers to optimize materials and ensure IP protection.

Responsibilities

• Lead long-term resist screening projects across development stages.
• Define success criteria with process owners and evaluate DOEs to select top materials for device evaluation.
• Collaborate across sites and with suppliers to advance photoresist chemistry optimization.

Skills

Photolithography materials

Statistical analysis

Cross-site collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree or PhD in a related field

Tools

JMP

Job description

Senior or Staff R&D Photolithography Materials Engineer (Boise, Idaho)

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. Micron in Boise, Idaho has a current need for this role.

As an R&D Photolithography Materials Engineer at Micron Technology Inc., we are responsible for photolithography material selection and optimization for advanced memory devices. In this position, you will develop new technology and photo materials that meet device requirements and integrate new technology into manufacturing processes. This work could include photo materials for any photo processes including hardmasks and resists for I-line (365nm) through EUV (13.5nm). Additionally, you will address process and materials issues with pilot manufacturing and work on continuous improvements for manufacturability.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead long-term resist screening projects.
• Define success criteria with process owners, evaluate multiple rounds of design of experiments (DOEs) with suppliers, and identify top materials for detailed evaluation on devices in technology development.
• Broad knowledge and experience in photoresist chemistry with an ability to direct material optimization and development with our suppliers.
• Work in a cleanroom, follow safety procedures, and use appropriate personal protection equipment to safely handle photoresists and other chemicals.
• The ability to work effectively across different sites and organizations within Micron.
• Use artificial intelligence (AI) with human review to automate data analysis or repetitive workflows.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have knowledge and an understanding of chemical process specific to lithography, including materials for 365 nm, 248 nm, 193 nm, and EUV lithography.
• Knowledge of optics for photolithography or other diffraction-limited imaging is preferred.
• Coursework or industry experience showing strong statistical analysis skills, including DOEs and data analysis.
• Experience with JMP or other statistical analysis software is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to write and present clear and concise executive summaries for Micron and supplier management teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or other technical field with 5+ years of experience or Master's Degree with 3+ years of Experience or PhD with 1+ years of experience in lithography.
• Experience in optimizing photoresist chemistry for 193nm immersion or EUV applications.
• Experience working with suppliers to deliver customized solutions on a timeline while protecting intellectual property (IP).

Micron Benefits

• 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.

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.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.