Staff Process Engineer, Advanced Packaging CMP

Micron Technology, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Staff Process Engineer for the Advanced Packaging CMP team. You will start up, develop, and optimize CMP processes to improve product quality, yield, and cost, while addressing line issues and collaborating across regions.

You will apply failure analysis, FMEA, 8D or SPC/FDC methods to resolve production challenges and work with vendors to meet integration needs. The role requires strong communication and collaboration, and opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics with 5+ years of CMP experience in semiconductors.
• Hands-on CMP equipment operation experience with AMAT (LKP), EBARA-300X and related metrology tools.
• Experience in dielectrics/metals CMP process development in Advanced Packaging or similar semiconductor tech.
• Understanding of integration/structural impacts for film deposition and upstream/downstream processes.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for concise technical messaging.

Responsibilities

• Perform fundamental research, consumables development, and hardware evaluation; test processes for novel applications.
• Initiate experiments to widen process margins and evaluate manufacturability of next-generation solutions.
• Integrate best known manufacturing methods into early development of upcoming nodes.
• Design and implement advanced process monitoring and control methodologies.
• Provide technical advisory support; lead improvements to processes, procedures, and equipment.
• Define and lead complex, multi-functional projects of strategic importance to Micron.
• Advise management on significant technical issues; drive innovation through patents/papers.
• Leverage AI to improve job functions and workflows.

Skills

CMP equipment operation

Process development

Failure analysis

Data-driven optimization

AI for workflow optimization

Effective communication

Education

BS in Materials Science or related field

MS in Materials Science or related field

PhD in Materials Science or related field

Tools

AMAT (LKP)

EBARA-300X

Optical metrology

Profilometry

Polishing slurries

Conditioners

Polishing pads

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.

Department Intro

The Advanced Packaging Technology Development (APTD) department at Micron Technology is at the forefront of innovation, driving the advancement of memory and storage Interconnects and Packaging solutions that transform how the world uses information. Our team is dedicated to developing innovative processes and technologies that enable the creation of next-generation semiconductor products which drive the AI revolution.

Position Overview

As a Staff Process Engineer in Advanced Packaging CMP team, you will be primarily responsible for starting up, developing and optimizing processes to improve product quality and reliability, working on process yield improvement, cost reduction, productivity improvement and risk management as well as resolving manufacturing line problems. You will also be required to identify, diagnose and resolve assembly process related problems by applying failure analysis, FMEA, 8D or SPC/FDC methodology. This position requires communication and collaboration with associates both within the region and internationally. Strict adherence to Micron Intellectual Property Protection policy is vital. This role will also extensively collaborate with vendors to develop processes that meet integration requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform fundamental research, consumables development, and hardware evaluation, as well as test processes for novel applications
• Initiate and manage experiments to widen process margins and evaluate manufacturability of next-generation solutions
• Incorporate best known manufacturing methods into early development phase of upcoming nodes
• Design and implement advanced process monitoring and control methodologies
• Serve in a technical advisory role, contributing to technical projects for improvements to processes, procedures, and equipment
• Define and lead complex, multi-functional projects of critical importance to Micron, helping to define strategic direction
• Provide advice and counsel to management on significant technical issues; Lead and initiate innovation projects through patents/technical papers
• Using AI to improve job functions

Minimum Qualifications

• BS or MS in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics with 5+ years of experience in Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) within the semiconductor industry
• Hands‑on experience CMP equipment operation such as AMAT (LKP), EBARA-300X, optical metrology, profilometry, polishing slurries, conditioners, and polishing pads
• Experience in dielectrics/metals CMP process development on Advanced Packaging or other semiconductor technologies
• Understanding of various integration/structural impacts and constraints related to film deposition and other upstream/downstream processes
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to convey messaging and technical concepts in concise and effective manners

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry or Physics plus 3+ years of relevant experience
• Skills in data science, modelling, and experience/an interest in leveraging AI to optimize workflows
• A specialized background in 300mm wafer fabrication

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.