Sr. Engineer – DRAM Failure Analysis

Micron Technology, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Engineer – DRAM Failure Analysis to lead electrical and physical failure investigations on DRAM components at our Boise, Idaho facility.

The role emphasizes data-driven analysis, root-cause determination, and collaboration with yield teams across engineering. The successful candidate will mentor FA technicians, analyze complex defect data, and prepare comprehensive reports summarizing findings and potential root causes.

Qualifications

• Physical failure analysis for DRAM memory components.
• Data analysis to support failure analysis results in pursuit of root cause.
• PFA tools including SEM, FIB, and TEM.
• Elemental analysis using EELS and EDS mapping tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform Electrical and Physical Failure Analysis (EFA/PFA) investigative work for defect issues.
• Monitor probed material and categorize dead die into known defect issue categories and investigate new/unknown issues.
• Perform advanced data analysis and document findings for part owners.
• Mentor FA technicians with yield investigations and complex FA testing.

Skills

Failure analysis

Root-cause analysis

Data analysis

Yield troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Scanning Electron Microscope

Focused Ion Beam

Transmission Electron Microscope

EELS

EDS mapping

Job description

Sr. Engineer – DRAM Failure Analysis

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 Idaho Semiconductor Manufacturing (Triton) LLC

Perform Electrical and Physical Failure Analysis (EFA/PFA) investigative work for defect issues identified by yield enhancement and Fab customers. Monitor recently probed material and categories dead die into known defect issue categories and investigate new or unknown defect issues. Perform advanced data analysis on new issues, document findings, and communicate to part owners. Mentor and assist FA technicians with yield investigations. Perform advanced data analysis to support failure analysis results in pursuit of root cause. Summarize investigation findings into a single report, including the potential root case. Mentor and assist FA Technicians with complex FA testing and techniques. Work to support company and department objectives and vision plans.

Employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physical Science or a related field, and 3 years of work experience in job offered or in a related occupation. In lieu of Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience, employer will accept 5 years of work experience in job offered or in a related occupation. Any suitable combination of education, training, or experience is acceptable.

Position requires:

• Physical failure analysis for DRAM memory components
• Data analysis to support failure analysis results in pursuit of root cause
• Physical failure analysis (PFA) tools including Scanning Electron Microscopes, Dual Beam - Focused Ion Beam, and Transmission Electron Microscopes
• Elemental analysis using EELs and EDS mapping tools
• Maintenance on PFA tooling

Job Profile(s):

Semiconductor Process Engineer 3

Relocation Level: TBD

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 Benefits | Micron Technology, Inc

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.