Dry Etch Principal Process Development Engineer

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.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, we solve demanding tactical and technical problems to meet the challenges of our fast-paced and shifting development environment! As a Dry Etch Principal Process Development Engineer, you will advance and improve plasma dry etch processes for the forthcoming generation of Micron's memory parts. You will guide ideas from conception, through process development, all the way to integration in our production facilities.You will work in a highly collaborative atmosphere and interact with groups like process integration, electrical failure analysis, yield improvement, manufacturing, and equipment engineers. Your goal is to ensure robust etch processes that meet Micron's challenging physical and electrical requirements. You will grow into an expert engineer and lead dry etch technology roadmaps, directly influencing Micron’s global leadership in semiconductor manufacturing.Responsibilities:Develop and refine dry etch processes for advanced DRAM structuresCollaborate with process integration and other process development teams to develop innovative new solutionsPerform root cause and failure mode analysis on process and hardware limitationsDesign experiments and analyze data to improve capability and yieldSupport process transfer from development to manufacturingMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, materials science, or a similar fieldMust have at least 7 years of experience in dry etch process development or related areaStrong understanding of plasma etch fundamentals and reactor operationExperience with experimental design, data analysis, and problem solvingAbility to work across teams and communicate technical results clearlyPreferred Qualifications:Master’s or PhD in engineering, materials science, physics, or a related areaExperience in semiconductor processing and advanced DRAM or 3D device structuresExperience in managing vendor relationships and driving vendors for solutionsExperience working with cross-functional engineering teamsFamiliarity with yield improvement, SPC, or process transfer to manufacturingAs 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. 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