Micron Folsom · San Francisco
Hardware & Electrical
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Role Summary
The MTS advances thin film process development for NAND cell film by leading project initiatives, executing complex experiments, conducting material characterization, and supporting process integration/fixing, while promoting manufacturability and continuous improvement. Operates as a key technical contributor delivering measurable results at department/site level; mentors early-career staff aligned to TLP entry expectations; strengthens SOP/knowledge systems.
Main Responsibilities
Lead project-level initiatives for cell film process development; execute complex experiments and integration support under senior guidance.
Maintain thorough records; prepare comprehensive technical reports; participate in multi-functional problem solving; drive continuous improvement and optimization.
Contribute to guidelines/SOPs/knowledge management; stay current on emerging technologies and advances in thin film processing/characterization.
Other Responsibilities
Mentor early-career engineers and provide leadership aligned with senior technical expectations.
Support continuous improvement and optimization of existing processes.
Integrates AI assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness, exercising sound judgment and complying with organizational standards and legal requirements.
Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI enabled enhancements within one’s scope of work.
Candidate Profile
Minimum Qualifications / Experience
PhD ≥8 yrs, or Master’s ≥11 yrs, or Bachelor’s ≥13 yrs of relevant experience in
Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field,
Experience in thin film R&D for microelectronic devices, with demonstrated contributions to complex technology development
Familiarity with electrical test methods and fab metrology tool
Must-Have Technical Skills
Strong hands-on experience with ALD/CVD thin film processes for microelectronic devices, including recipe setup, process tuning, monitoring, and fixing in an R&D or fab environment.
Proficient in film and fab metrology tools (e.g., ellipsometry, XRR, SEM/TEM, CD‑SEM, thickness measurement, particle counters) to support process monitoring, defect analysis, and yield improvement.
Solid understanding of process integration, with the ability to use SPC, DOE, and root cause analysis to optimize processes, resolve excursions, and implement corrective actions.
Working knowledge of NAND cell structures, basic device physics, plasma processes, vacuum systems, and chemical reactions, with the ability to relate process conditions to material and device behavior.
Experience supporting technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing, developing SOPs and documentation, and communicating technical findings clearly across cross‑functional teams while adhering to safety and quality standards.
Must-Have Soft Skills
Structured problem-solving and learning agility in an R&D environment.
Clear communication and cross-functional collaboration.
Highly Desirable / Preferred
Publications/patents and strong record of technical contributions.
Embody Micron’s core values:
People – Respect, develop and empower others
Innovation – Drive continuous improvement and breakthrough thinking
Tenacity – Show grit and determination
Collaboration – Build trust and foster teamwork
Customer Focus – Deliver excellence and value
About Micron Technology, Inc.
We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all. With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and 5G applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience.
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