Staff/Senior Photolithography Process Development Engineer

Join Micron as a Staff/Senior Photolithography Process Development Engineer and play a pivotal role in advancing our world-class memory technologies. This is your chance to work with dedicated teams and compete at the forefront of creativity!

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize photolithography processes to meet device requirements for advanced memory technologies.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (process integration, build, manufacturing, equipment development) to integrate processes and ensure flawless technology transfer.

• Work closely with equipment vendors to improve tool performance, evaluate new equipment, and implement process improvements.

• Drive yield improvement, failure analysis, and device performance optimization through advanced process techniques.

• Improve cycle time, resolve capacity constraints, and reduce overall cost of ownership.

• Document and communicate project plans, status, and results through detailed reports and presentations, including data analysis and interpretation.

• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and complete required safety training.

• Identify and disclose potential intellectual property opportunities through literature reviews and innovation.

• Lead and contribute to the development of Micron's Photolithography Technology Roadmap, aligning future process capabilities with business and product requirements.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Solid grasp of optics and immersion lithography principles, including polarized illumination and low k1 imaging.

• Experience with chemical processes and materials specific to lithography for 365nm, 248nm, and 193nm wavelengths.

• Skilled in lithography simulation programs and their use in low k1 imaging.

• Familiarity with material properties and methods for characterization related to photolithography.

• Established talent in inventing and refining technologies that are production-ready.

• Skilled in multitasking and adapting to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong collaboration abilities for engaging with cross-functional teams and external partners.

• Familiarity with Micron's memory architecture and semiconductor process flows.

• Proficient in project management tools and methodologies.

• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation).

• Expertise in statistics, data analysis, Building of Experiments (DOE), and Statistical Process Control (SPC).

Required Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field relevant to photolithography and process development.

• 3+ years in semiconductor photolithography or related process engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with advanced lithography materials (365nm, 248nm, 193nm) and EUV processes.

• Hands-on experience with brand new photolithography equipment and metrology tools.

• Established experience in managing cross-functional projects and directing technology strategy.