
LEAD PRINCIPAL ENGINEER, ID1 ATE DE PROC
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Micron Technology seeks a Lead Principal Engineer for etch process development using state-of-the-art plasma etch tools. The role collaborates with technology development teams, suppliers, and high-volume manufacturing fabs to deploy and sustain dry etch technologies, improve yield and key performance indicators, and advance manufacturing efficiency, quality, and product introduction. It supervises other engineers and requires 10% international travel.
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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.
Micron Idaho Semiconductor Manufacturing (Triton) LLC
Etch process development on the latest state-of-the-art plasma etch tools, necessitating proficiency in Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP), Capacitively Coupled Plasma (CCP), and Electron Cyclotron Resonance (ECR) technologies. Collaborate with High Volume Manufacturing (HVM) FABs to deploy advanced dry etch technologies, thereby accelerating production ramps. Engage with partners in technology development, Operational Central teams, and HVM FABs. Work with Technology Development (TD) and HVM to develop, deploy, and sustain end-to-end manufacturing excellence through robust supplier management and central operations execution. Establish global alignment across diverse organizations focusing on Commercial (cost), Efficiency, New Product Introduction (NPI) speed, and quality metrics. Influence HVM FABs on high-priority Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) critical for yield enhancement, encompassing improvements in both variability and defectivity. Position supervise the work of other engineers. Position requires 10 % international travel.
Employer will accept a Master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or in a related occupation.
Position requires:
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Plasma Dry Etch Technology;
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Leading suppliers and establishing supplier accountability programs;
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Establishing manufacturing team structures, standards, and processes;
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Resolving yield ,defectivity and cycle time related issues related to process area;
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Statistical analysis using JMP;
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Driving Dry etch area MOR-POR gaps , PMI , SPC, and CSPEC; and
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Providing technical guidance to resolve complex capacity or cost reduction projects.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits .
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
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How this job compares
Set against the 3,199 open Process Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$95–143K/yr1,694 salary ranges
- US median$40–50/hr253 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 75 open Process Engineer jobs in Idaho and 3,199 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Idaho
- Micron Technology, Inc. (this employer)58 open
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- Parsons Corporation2 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Process Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (2,555 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a master's degree; 89 of the 3,199 open Process Engineer jobs (3%) ask for a master's degree or higher.
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