The Process Engineer will develop and optimize processes for product quality and yield, coordinate evaluations, and support audits while resolving manufacturing issues.
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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.
We are a team focused on advancing semiconductor manufacturing through innovative process development! Our work spans materials science, thin film deposition, and high-volume manufacturing, enabling scalable, reliable technologies for next-generation devices.
As a Process Engineer, you will play a key role in developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes that directly impact product quality, yield, and cost. This role offers hands-on involvement in solving sophisticated production challenges, introducing new technologies, and collaborating across engineering and supplier teams to drive measurable improvements.
Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
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.
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To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron's People Organization at [email protected] or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
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.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
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.
We are a team focused on advancing semiconductor manufacturing through innovative process development! Our work spans materials science, thin film deposition, and high-volume manufacturing, enabling scalable, reliable technologies for next-generation devices.
As a Process Engineer, you will play a key role in developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes that directly impact product quality, yield, and cost. This role offers hands-on involvement in solving sophisticated production challenges, introducing new technologies, and collaborating across engineering and supplier teams to drive measurable improvements.
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and resolve assembly process issues using FA, FMEA, 8D, and SPC/FDC methodologies
- Execute process, equipment, and material evaluations; implement process step improvements
- Lead yield improvement and cost reduction initiatives
- Qualify and scale new processes, tools, and materials for production
- Manage supplier quality, audits, and risk mitigation activities
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- Experience with thin film deposition techniques such as ALD, CVD, or PVD
- Knowledge of surface analysis methods (XPS, AFM, XRD, AES, EBSD, SIMS)
- Understanding of solid-state physics, materials, surfaces, and interfaces
- Proven ability to collaborate and communicate in cross-functional teams
Preferred Qualifications:
- Understanding of chemical kinetics applied to deposition processes
- Strong data analysis and statistical skills with large datasets
- Experience designing experiments and delivering clear technical reports
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects effectively
- Experience using AI-assisted analytics to enhance data interpretation, anomaly detection, and yield improvement initiatives
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.
To learn about your right to work click here.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron's People Organization at [email protected] or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
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.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
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