TD Photolithography Overlay Engineer

Micron Technology • Boise, ID

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About The Position

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. 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. We are part of Micron’s advanced lithography organization, where we tackle some of the most complex patterning challenges in semiconductor manufacturing. Our team works at the intersection of process technology, automation, and data, helping shape how next‑generation memory devices are built worldwide. If you enjoy solving hard technical problems and seeing your work scale globally, this is the place to do it! As a Photolithography Overlay Engineer, you will play a key role in advancing overlay and patterning through analysis and data-driven solutions. This role offers hands-on technical impact today, while also influencing Micron’s long-term overlay roadmap. You will collaborate closely with process engineers, automation experts, and vendors to bring new ideas from development into high-volume manufacturing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Physics, or a lithography-related field plus 5 years of relevant experience, or MS/PhD plus 2 years of experience
• Hands-on experience in photolithography, metrology, overlay, CDs, or photo patterning
• Familiarity with fab operations and photo automation systems
• Strong analytical skills, including statistics and data analysis
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in R&D or high-volume manufacturing environments
• Proficiency with DOE, data modeling, or advanced statistical techniques
• Demonstrated ability to deliver production-ready automation solutions
• Experience leading or contributing to cross-functional technical projects
• Strong working relationships with equipment or software vendors

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain overlay control strategies for advanced DRAM technology nodes.
• Develop alignment and overlay roadmaps to achieve target overlay specifications.
• Evaluate and deploy new overlay methodologies using modern tools like AI, including feedforward, feedback, NZO correction, and advanced scanner modeling.
• Optimize overlay performance through sampling plans, control models, and scanner correction capabilities.
• Document and standardize overlay methods across technologies and global sites.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to improve photo overlay system
• Develop solutions using AI tools

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

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