About the role
AI summarisedSenior Engineer for Real-Time Defect Analysis (RDA) in semiconductor equipment development at Micron. Responsible for defect detection equipment setup, recipe management, data analysis, and collaboration with R&D and manufacturing teams to accelerate technology development.
IDMFull-timeSTPG
Key Responsibilities
- Capable to provide manual cuts along with building skills for future automated FIB cuts
- Set up equipment, monitor stability, improve capability, and interact with vendor representatives for advanced functionality and application work
- Write or modify equipment recipes to support the needs of the RDA area
- Perform basic and advanced recoveries of down tools for assigned workstations
- Drive software upgrades and improvements, working with internal and external vendors for implementation
- Monitor tool qualification SPC charts for deviations, initiate tool repairs, and adjust limits as necessary
- Apply scripting, coding, or programming for monitoring performance and capabilities of the inspection data
- Collect and analyze tool/process data to suggest ways to improve performance and efficiency
- Collaborate with vendors for escalation results on application issues and with Equipment Owners to identify long-term solutions to tool issues
- Manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
Requirements
- Deep technical expertise in Focused Ion Beam (FIB) operations, including advanced cross‑sectioning, milling optimization, and defect characterization
- Strong proficiency in SEM imaging and interpretation for systematic/random defect identification
- Proven experience in training and mentoring engineers and technicians
- Experience working with vendors for FIB/SEM equipment setup, troubleshooting, and upgrades >3 years
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or related field accepted
- More than 5 years semiconductor manufacturing experience in RDA/inspection recipe setup for defect analysis
- Strong data analysis and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective vendor and team interactions