Sr Dry Etch Equipment Engineer

Micron Technology • West Springfield, MA

91d

About The Position

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 is seeking a hands-on Sr Dry Etch Equipment Maintenance Engineer to directly support semiconductor fabrication by performing advanced tool maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization. This role is deeply embedded in the fab environment, requiring extensive experience working on equipment such as vacuum systems, RF power delivery, and gas delivery systems. The engineer will lead preventive maintenance efforts, respond to tool-down situations with urgency, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve chamber performance, reduce defects, and support process conversions. Success in this role depends on technical expertise, precision, and a proactive approach to sustaining high-volume manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on Dry Etch Equipment Maintenance and/or Engineering experience.
• 3+ years working in a semiconductor cleanroom/fab environment.
• Strong understanding of vacuum systems, RF power delivery, gas delivery systems, and chamber hardware.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize complex semiconductor equipment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent technical experience.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of hands-on Equipment Engineering experience working on TEL Dry Etch toolsets in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues, driving improvements in TEL tool performance and reliability.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines while adapting to changing fab priorities and conditions.
• Strong proficiency with data analysis tools (e.g., JMP) and factory automation systems, with the ability to generate data-driven problem statements and identify embedded correlations.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a track record of working effectively across engineering, production, and vendor teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and recovery on TEL Dry Etch equipment to ensure optimal tool uptime and performance.
• Conduct training sessions for technicians on TEL tool operation, maintenance procedures, and excursion awareness.
• Coordinate weekly PM schedules and align maintenance activities with area constraints and current WIP levels.
• Monitor and manage spare parts inventory, including TEL-specific components, and coordinate procurement with buyers.
• Optimize TEL chamber configurations to meet RF trigger thresholds and improve First Run Metrics (FRM).
• Collaborate with TEL vendors to enhance chamber reliability, process stability, and consumables management.
• Diagnose complex equipment issues using systematic troubleshooting techniques and provide recovery plans with accurate ETAs.
• Support cost reduction initiatives by identifying opportunities to lower repair and maintenance expenses.
• Assist Process Owners with TEL process conversions, chamber matching, and defect reduction strategies.
• Participate in SPC/FDC initiatives to improve process control, reduce tool alarms, and minimize excursions.

Benefits

• Choice of medical, dental and vision plans.
• Benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Paid family leave.
• Robust paid time-off program.
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees