Principal Metrology Engineer, APTD

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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.
The Advanced Packaging Technology Development (APTD) department at Micron Technology is at the forefront of innovation, driving the advancement of memory and storage Interconnects and Packaging solutions that transform how the world uses information. Micron is dedicated to developing innovative processes and technologies that enable the creation of next-generation semiconductor products which drive the AI revolution. By collaborating closely with our global R&D, equipment and materials suppliers, and manufacturing teams, we ensure the efficient development, transfer and implementation of new technology nodes, maintaining Micron's leadership in the industry.
As a Staff Metrology Engineer in APTD, you will be primarily responsible for creating, developing, and optimizing Assembly Stacking, wafer level packaging, defect detection, and metrology methods to develop next generation products. Successful candidates will exhibit strong logic and analytical problem-solving thought processes, approaching them with a " How can I resolve this today? " mentality. We are seeking someone who can efficiently organize multifunctional teams to complete projects and solve an array of problems, coordinate meetings, and initiate follow-up actions with a " How will I make a difference today?" approach.
Responsibilities:

• Identify, diagnose, and resolve defect and metrology-related problems by applying failure analysis, FMEA, 8D or SPC/FDC methodology

• Drive product quality, yield improvements, cost reduction, productivity, and risk management as well as resolve manufacturing line problems

• Coordinate and carry out sensitivity and gauge evaluation/optimization to implement changes at process step

• Lead and participate in yield improvement and cost optimization activities

• Audit and collaborate with equipment suppliers to achieve quality, cost, and risk mitigation objectives

• Supervise the health of your assigned modules ensuring high-quality output while collaborating with the Technology Development team to meet Micron's technology roadmap

Required Skills:

• BS, MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in metrology development for semiconductor products
• Strong knowledge of metrology tooling capability, process areas, and experience employing AI to improve outputs and timelines
• 5+ years of experience in creating recipes and models for AFM/WLI, CDs, or films metrology methods, working extensively with the process flow related to area equipment and SPC principles
• Validated automation skills through previous automation projects requiring coding/machine learning/JMP Scripting

Preferred Experience:

• 8+ years working directly with Advanced Packaging metrology or Metrology development in the semiconductor industry
• Experience with inline topography warpage metrology techniques or CD and Registration metrology methods
• Project management experience
• Solid technical writing and research experience to assess process adjustment requirements and guide recommendations for improvements and innovations

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 .
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