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Sr Thin Films Process Engineer
- Micron Technology, Inc. (Manassas, VA)
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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 Technology is seeking a highly experienced **Senior Thin Films Process Engineer** to lead development, optimization, and sustaining efforts for thin film deposition processes in a high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environment. This role focuses on maximizing yield, improving process capability, and resolving complex fabrication issues through structured problem-solving and multi-functional collaboration. You will work with tools, wafer recipes, and process flows to ensure product performance and reliability, while driving cost reduction and equipment efficiency. Expertise in LPCVD, PECVD, and PVD processes, along with hands-on experience with Applied Materials, LAM, and TEL tools, is essential.
Responsibilities:
+ Establish and improve thin film process conditions and technologies to enhance yield and reduce cost.
+ Set up and manage process parameters across a variety of semiconductor equipment.
+ Trouble-shoot wafer fabrication problems and perform root cause analysis using structured methodologies.
+ Conduct long-term defect investigations and collaborate with shift engineering and other process areas.
+ Evaluate products to ensure they meet design and performance specifications.
+ Lead process management projects and promote new equipment and material evaluations.
+ Conduct research to assess process adjustments and recommend improvements or equipment changes.
+ Perform abnormal analysis and implement corrective actions to improve process stability.
Minimum Qualifications:
+ Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering or related field.
+ 3+ years of development/HVM experience in LPCVD, PECVD, and PVD processes using Applied Materials, LAM, and TEL or similar tools.
+ Proficiency in high-volume semiconductor manufacturing and thin films process & equipment support.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ 5+ years of development/HVM experience in LPCVD, PECVD, and PVD processes using Applied Materials, LAM, ULVAC, and TEL tools (or Master’s + 3 years).
+ Proficiency in Design of Experiments (DOE) using JMP and crafting SWRs to optimize yield and reliability. Experience with characterization techniques such as SEM, EDX, and TEM. Knowledge of traveler flow and structure.
+ Ability to support up to 20% domestic/international travel. Willing to work first shift and support nights and weekends, as needed. Bilingual English/Mandarin a plus!
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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