Wafer Characterization SQE

Micron Technology • Boise, ID

5d

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. You will play a critical role in protecting yield and manufacturing stability by ensuring the quality and readiness of incoming silicon wafers. Your work will combine hands‑on wafer characterization, data analysis, and supplier collaboration to reduce risk and support technology development and production. This role directly impacts material decisions, supplier performance, and continuous improvement across the wafer supply base.

Requirements

• Experience performing wafer characterization, inspection, or material performance evaluation.
• Ability to analyze and interpret manufacturing or material data using statistical or analytical methods.
• Experience identifying and resolving quality issues through root cause analysis and corrective action.
• Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to internal stakeholders and external partners.

Nice To Haves

• Experience defining material specifications, control plans, or inspection requirements.
• Experience supporting qualification of new materials, suppliers, or substrates.
• Experience partnering directly with suppliers on quality performance and continuous improvement.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams in manufacturing or technology development environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming wafer characterization, including defectivity, surface quality, and material performance assessments.
• Analyze and interpret wafer data to support material decisions, yield protection, and manufacturing risk reduction.
• Define and maintain wafer specifications, control plans, and inspection requirements aligned with manufacturing needs.
• Support qualification of new wafer materials, suppliers, and advanced substrates for technology development and production.
• Partner with wafer suppliers on incoming quality performance, technical reviews, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Develop, track, and report incoming wafer quality metrics using statistical and analytical methods.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Supplier Quality, Procurement, Technology Development, and Manufacturing.
• Drive improvements in laboratory processes, data quality, and wafer characterization capability.

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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed