Wet Process Engineer

Micron; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology in Boise, Idaho, seeks a Wet Etch Process Engineer to start up, develop, and optimize wet-etch processes for DRAM manufacturing. You will drive yield, cost, and productivity improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues.

Minimum qualifications include an MS in Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a BS with 2+ years in semiconductor wet etch; strong problem‑solving and data skills are desired.

Qualifications

• MS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or BS with 2+ years in Semiconductor industry experience as a Wet Etch process owner.

Responsibilities

• Strong process area knowledge.
• DRAM development and manufacturing experience.
• Collaborate with equipment and integrations engineers to resolve issues affecting production.
• Use project management to hit milestones closing yield, defectivity, production, and cost gaps.
• Drive improvements across SPC charts you own.

Skills

Process engineering

Data Science

Programming

Communication

Team collaboration

Agentic AI awareness

Education

MS in Chemical Engineering or related field

BS + 2+ years semiconductors

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.

At Micron-Boise, ID, we are undergoing a historic $15 billion investment in semiconductor manufacturing; construction began in early 2023, with DRAM production slated for the second half of the decade.

As a leader in the semiconductor industry, we build solutions that inspire and transform technology. With plans to invest more than $150 billion globally over the next decade in leading-edge manufacturing, we are looking for passionate people to join our Boise expansion team and contribute to the growth and innovation of the semiconductor industry.

As a Wet Etch Process Engineer you will be primarily responsible for starting up, developing, and optimizing processes to improve product quality, driving process yield improvements, cost reduction, productivity improvement and risk management as well as resolving manufacturing line problems. Your expertise will give to the production of high-quality semiconductor components that are pivotal to our customers' success. You will work closely with multi-functional teams to tackle process issues and implement solutions that improve efficiency and yield. Your passion for engineering and willingness to learn will help us overcome the challenges of this fast-paced industry. We are looking for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, values collaboration, and is eager to dive deep into the technical aspects of semiconductor manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Strong process area knowledge
• DRAM development and manufacturing experience
• Collaborate with equipment engineers and integrations engineers to identify and resolve issues affecting production
• Use project management skills to complete project milestones that close yield, defectivity, production, and cost gaps
• Drive improvements across all SPC (statistical process control) charts that you own

Minimum Required Qualifications

• MS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or BS with 2+ years in Semiconductor industry experience as a Wet Etch process owner (vapor etch, dry strip, dry bevel etch & Cu plating in addition to conventional bath and spin processes)
• Good understanding of Agentic AI or willingness to learn Agentic AI to help developed efficient workflow.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of semiconductor fabrication processes and equipment
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a meticulous approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficient in Data Science and Programming skills

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.

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.

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