Senior Process Engineer - Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) for 3D NAND

About the Role

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As a Process Engineer focusing on Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) within Micron’s NAND Process Development team in Singapore, you will lead start-up, development, and optimization of processes targeted at 3D NAND and future technology nodes. Your efforts will enhance product quality, yield, cost-efficiency, and productivity, while solving manufacturing challenges using methodologies like failure analysis, FMEA, 8D, and SPC/FDC.

Key Responsibilities

• Own CMP process module characterization and advanced process development for current and next-generation 3D NAND technologies.
• Collaborate with local and US-based engineers and vendors to design processes meeting integration needs of future 3D NAND nodes.
• Transfer CMP processes into high-volume manufacturing (Fab10N) and continuously improve manufacturability.
• Resolve process-related issues alongside the Fab10N team and business partners, including equipment selection and evaluation.
• Enhance process margins to achieve mature yield objectives for 3D NAND products.
• Conduct fundamental research, develop consumables, evaluate hardware, and test new process applications.
• Lead experimental initiatives to expand process tolerance and validate manufacturability of new node solutions.
• Drive identification and implementation of process simplifications with cross-functional teams.
• Embed best manufacturing practices into early-stage development for upcoming nodes.
• Design and establish advanced process monitoring and control systems.
• Act as a technical authority, initiating improvements in processes, equipment, and procedures.
• Lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects of strategic significance and provide expert counsel to management on critical technical matters.
• Foster global partnerships and adhere to strict intellectual property policies.
• Engage continuously with worldwide suppliers to promote breakthrough solutions.
• Leverage artificial intelligence to streamline workflows, optimize processes, support innovation, and enable data-driven decision-making.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and sharing AI-based enhancements within scope of work.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline; alternatively, a Master’s degree with at least three years' experience or Bachelor’s with five years in related fields.
• Hands-on experience with advanced CMP polishing equipment such as Applied Materials (AMAT) or EBARA tools.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and sound decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with data analysis systems, such as Y3, for experimental data interpretation.
• Competence in Design of Experiments (DoE) methodologies.
• Successful collaboration experience with geographically distributed teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information succinctly and effectively.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic, high-demand environments while managing multiple concurrent projects.

Additional Information

Micron Technology, Inc. is a leading innovator in memory and storage solutions, delivering high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR products supporting global advancements in AI, 5G, and data infrastructure. Micron values inclusion and equal opportunity employment regardless of personal characteristics including race, gender, and veteran or disability status.

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