ATE Process Engineer

Micron Technology • Boise, ID

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As an ATE Process Engineer at Micron, you will start up, develop, transfer, and optimize semiconductor manufacturing processes to improve product quality, yield, cost, productivity, and risk management, while resolving manufacturing line problems. You will contribute to the production of high-quality semiconductor components and work with cross-functional teams to address process issues and improve efficiency and yield. The role calls for hands-on engineering, collaboration, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced semiconductor manufacturing environment.

The position is part of Micron's Boise, Idaho expansion, supported by a $15 billion investment in semiconductor manufacturing. Construction began in early 2023, with DRAM production planned for the second half of the decade.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related engineering field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of experience supporting semiconductor manufacturing, process engineering, equipment engineering, yield engineering, or technology development in a semiconductor fabrication environment.
• Experience using data analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies to drive process improvement and manufacturing performance.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and technical fixing skills.

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes, process control methodologies, and fabrication equipment.
• Experience with SPC, DOE, FMEA, root cause analysis, and statistical data analysis techniques.
• Experience supporting one or more semiconductor process areas, such as Thin Film Deposition, Diffusion, Dry Etch, Wet Process, CMP, Implant, Lithography, or related technologies.
• Experience using AI-enabled tools, automation platforms, scripting, or advanced analytics to improve engineering effectiveness and decision making.
• Proficiency in programming, scripting, data visualization, or analytics tools such as Python, JMP, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain deep technical expertise in assigned semiconductor manufacturing process areas.
• Support DRAM development, technology transfer, process ramp, or high-volume manufacturing activities.
• Collaborate with equipment, manufacturing, integration, quality, and other cross-functional engineering teams to identify and resolve issues affecting safety, quality, yield, productivity, and cost.
• Lead and execute improvement projects addressing yield, defectivity, process capability, productivity, cost, and risk reduction.
• Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC), data analytics, and engineering fundamentals to optimize process performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Support process qualifications, technology transfers, new equipment installations, and manufacturing ramp activities.
• Use AI-enabled tools, automation, and advanced analytics to improve engineering productivity and accelerate problem solving.

Benefits

• Choice of medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Programs to protect income in the event of illness or injury.
• Paid family leave.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level