Senior or Photolithography Materials Engineer

Micron in Boise, Idaho has a current need for a Senior or Staff R&D Photolithography Materials Engineer.

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.

• Lead long-term resist screening projects. Define success criteria with process owners, evaluate multiple rounds of design of experiments (DOEs) with suppliers, and identify top materials for detailed evaluation on devices in technology development.
• Broad knowledge and experience in photoresist chemistry with an ability to direct material optimization and development with our suppliers.
• Work in a cleanroom, follow safety procedures, and use appropriate personal protection equipment to safely handle photoresists and other chemicals.
• The ability to work effectively across different sites and organizations within Micron.
• Use artificial intelligence (AI) with human review to automate data analysis or repetitive workflows.

• Must have knowledge and an understanding of chemical process specific to lithography, including materials for 365 nm, 248 nm, 193 nm, and EUV lithography.
• Knowledge of optics for photolithography or other diffraction-limited imaging is preferred.
• Coursework or industry experience showing strong statistical analysis skills, including DOEs and data analysis. Experience with JMP or other statistical analysis software is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to write and present clear and concise executive summaries for Micron and supplier management teams.

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or other technical field with 5+ years of experience or Master's Degree with 3+ years of Experience or PhD with 1+ years of experience in lithography.
• Experience in optimizing photoresist chemistry for 193nm immersion or EUV applications.
• Experience working with suppliers to deliver customized solutions on a timeline while protecting intellectual property (IP).

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.

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.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.

Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.