FIB-TEM Automation Engineer

Micron • Boise, ID

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Micron Technology’s Innovation, Technology and Products Group in Boise, Idaho, operates a TEM lab equipped with advanced transmission electron microscopes and focused ion beam machines used to image and analyze memory devices. The FIB-TEM Automation Engineer at the DTG TEM lab will develop and implement automated FIB-TEM workflows, collaborating with DRAM Technology Development research teams to enable new processes and materials and with Fab engineers to accelerate product transfers and support yield improvement. Placement at the corresponding Engineer level will be based on education and relevant experience in FIB/TEM automation and analytical TEM.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Physics, or a semiconductor-related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong hands-on experience in FIB lamella preparation.
• Analytical TEM expertise, including atomic-resolution STEM, EELS, and 4D-STEM.
• Strong AI and data science skills applied to FIB-TEM workflows, such as AI-augmented model training or machine-learning-based analysis.
• Proficient programming skills using Python or iFast.
• Collaborative, solution-oriented teamwork mindset.

Nice To Haves

• A consistent track record demonstrating innovation, ownership, and a hard-working attitude.
• Ability to work independently or in teams, as needed.
• Ability to simplify complex technical problems and provide clear, actionable direction.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build effective peer and customer relationships.
• Ability to quickly learn new skills and mentor or coach others effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily FIB lamella preparation and TEM analysis, including microstructure and chemical analysis using iFast/AutoTEM scripts, electron diffraction, EDS, and EELS, to support Micron Technology Development and manufacturing activities.
• Develop or adopt advanced FIB/TEM techniques, emphasizing AI and automation workflows for semiconductor process use.
• Provide detailed pass-down information to the next shift to support a smooth shift transition.
• Contribute to optimizing existing lab procedures.
• Work with process development teams to solve problems in new part and module development.
• Develop or adopt solutions to improve the efficiency of FIB/TEM data acquisition and processing.

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: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree