Sr Automation Equipment Engineer

Our Opportunity Summary

• The Sr Semiconductor Automation Equipment Engineer supports the performance, reliability, and integration of fab automation systems within Micron’s Manassas manufacturing environment.
• This role partners with Manufacturing, Equipment Engineering, Facilities, IT, and automation vendors to resolve automation-related issues, improve material flow, and support stable, high-throughput production.
• The position applies data-driven problem solving, technical judgment, and clear communication to sustain automation systems and drive continuous improvement across semiconductor manufacturing operations.

• Monitor and sustain automation equipment performance, including AMHS flow, tool interfaces, system availability, and automation-driven process delays.
• Troubleshoot complex automation and material handling issues involving robotics, conveyors, stockers, controllers, sensors, and software interfaces using structured root cause analysis.
• Develop, document, and implement Engineering Change Notices for automation system changes, upgrades, and configuration improvements.
• Improve reaction mechanisms and procedures for automation-related out-of-spec and out-of-control conditions impacting lot movement or tool availability.
• Analyze recurring automation failure modes, system interruptions, utilization trends, and bottlenecks to identify corrective actions and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Support automation equipment availability, tool-to-tool material flow, system qualifications, holds, releases, and manufacturing ramp activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and automation vendors to resolve issues, communicate status, and improve system performance.
• Promote a strong safety culture by following and reinforcing safety and environmental requirements related to automated equipment and material movement systems.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience working in a cleanroom, semiconductor manufacturing, automation, equipment engineering, or related technical environment.
• Demonstrated analytical and data-driven problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency using data analysis or process control tools such as Excel, JMP, SPACE, or similar systems.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and operational teams.

• Experience supporting fab automation systems, AMHS, material handling equipment, robotics, stockers, controllers, sensors, or tool interface systems.
• Experience troubleshooting automation equipment issues and applying structured root cause analysis in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing or supporting Engineering Change Notices, system upgrades, equipment qualifications, or configuration changes.
• Experience and/or interest in developing Agentic AI workflows into current or future processes to improve efficiency, automation monitoring, troubleshooting, or data-driven decision making.
• Ability to work effectively with Manufacturing, Equipment Engineering, Facilities, IT, and external automation vendors to support stable production and continuous improvement.

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

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