About the role

AI summarised

The Senior Manager, MTE FE TIQ & Materials Cost leads global Tool Installation Qualification (TIQ) strategy and front-end materials cost value engineering to drive Best in Class performance across Micron’s 300mm front-end manufacturing network. This role partners with Fab Operations, Procurement, Engineering, and suppliers to standardize TIQ processes, reduce cost-per-gigabit, and develop global engineering teams through mentorship and performance management. The position requires semiconductor technical leadership experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and willingness to travel internationally.

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Key Responsibilities

Define and drive global TIQ engineering strategy, BKMs, and business processes
Monitor TIQ performance metrics, benchmark fab performance, and enable cross-site learning
Provide tactical TIQ support to ramping and operating fabs
Drive Front End Materials Cash Cost VE (value engineering) strategy to achieve front-end manufacturing cost targets
Lead cross-functional programs across Chemicals, Film & Gas, Photo, CMP materials, Bulk gas and UPW
Partner with Procurement, suppliers and sites to identify, prioritize, and execute cost-reduction opportunities
Ensure alignment of short and long-term materials cost roadmaps with corporate objectives
Manage global portfolios of TIQ and cost programs to maximize ROI
Define scope, milestones, resources, and risks; drive issue resolution
Influence global stakeholders to align on strategy, priorities, and execution plans
Provide regular executive updates on progress, risks, and results

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Master’s preferred)
Eligibility minimum E5 or M1+
5+ yrs semiconductor technical leadership or management experience in a 300mm FAB
Strong knowledge of TIQ, front-end manufacturing, and front-end materials cost drivers
Proven experience leading global, cross-functional teams and complex programs
Strong analytical, communication, and fact-based decision-making skills
Program / project management experience strongly preferred
Willingness to travel internationally as required