Manufacturing Alignment Engineer (Thin FIlms/Diffusion)

Micron Technology•Manassas, VA

1d•$107,000 - $254,000

About The Position

Micron Technology is seeking a Manufacturing Alignment Engineer focused on CVD and CMP technologies to drive global manufacturing alignment, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across its worldwide fabrication network. The role partners with manufacturing, process, equipment, and technology teams to develop and deploy standardized Best Known Methods (BKMs), improve manufacturing performance, and accelerate adoption of innovative solutions. Its work impacts quality, cost competitiveness, cycle time, equipment utilization, and technology scalability across multiple sites. The position is suited to individuals with technical curiosity, a growth mindset, and a passion for continuous improvement. The role requires collaboration across a global engineering organization and the ability to learn and develop technical capabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
At least 5 years of semiconductor manufacturing experience as a Process Owner, Equipment Owner, Process Engineer, Equipment Engineer, or in a related engineering role.
Experience supporting CVD, CMP, Thin Films, Diffusion, or related semiconductor process technologies.
Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing systems, process control methodologies, equipment operations, and continuous improvement practices.
Experience leading or coordinating multi-functional teams, site-level initiatives, or global engineering programs.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to influence partners across multiple organizations.
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Deep technical expertise in Thin Films, CVD, CMP, or Diffusion process and equipment engineering.
Demonstrated success driving manufacturing improvements in semiconductor wafer fabrication environments.
Experience deploying and sustaining Best Known Methods (BKMs) across multiple manufacturing sites.
A proven track record of leading global alignment initiatives that improve quality, equipment performance, cycle time, yield, or cost.
Experience using artificial intelligence, automation, advanced analytics, or digital manufacturing solutions to improve operational effectiveness.
Knowledge of Agentic AI applications, workflow automation frameworks, and AI-driven decision-support tools within engineering or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

Lead global manufacturing alignment programs to standardize Best Known Methods (BKMs), improve operational consistency, and drive performance improvements across Micron's fabrication network.
Drive initiatives to optimize equipment utilization and idle tool management, close POR-to-MOR gaps, and improve manufacturing efficiency and productivity.
Coordinate and influence global efforts involving ESTA programs, recipe alignment, process matching, defect reduction, and technology performance optimization.
Partner with manufacturing and engineering teams to standardize preventive maintenance practices, qualification methodologies, scrap reduction initiatives, and recurrence prevention strategies.
Develop common standards, track execution progress, and communicate key performance indicators and business outcomes to senior leadership to facilitate alignment across sites.
Identify opportunities to use automation, advanced analytics, and AI-enabled solutions to improve manufacturing effectiveness and engineering productivity.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen manufacturing readiness, technology transfer success, and long-term operational sustainability.