Product Yield Enhancement Engineer

What You'll Do

• & Tasks Identify causes of low yield through validation of electrical analysis data and hands-on, comprehensive physical failure analysis (PFA).
• Perform device decapsulation, non-destructive inspection (X-ray, C-SAM), and layer-by-layer deprocessing using wet/dry etching and mechanical polishing.
• Operate advanced microscopy tools including SEM, FIB, and TEM; perform EDX and PVC analysis for defect localization and characterization.
• Utilize statistical tools for detailed data analysis to support yield improvement projects.
• Collaborate with Product, Design, Process, Test, and Quality Engineering teams to resolve process and defect-related issues.
• Document and report findings with annotated images and clear root cause summaries.
• Follow lab procedures and chemical safety protocols; certify in chemical handling and lab safety.
• Apply best known methods (BKMs) and contribute to the development of new analysis techniques.
• Expectations Train and gain hands-on experience in advanced PFA techniques and semiconductor failure mechanisms.
• Use internal training resources to build familiarity with manufacturing processes and test flows.
• Develop expert-level proficiency in SEM and FIB operation.
• Maintain strong internal customer relationships and communicate findings effectively.
• Support rotating shift schedules (day/night) in 4-month intervals.
• Demonstrate flexibility, ownership, and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Education & Experience Master’s degree (MSE) in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in manufacturing, front-end fab, back-end assembly, or test is a plus but not required.
• Desired Behaviors Strong teamwork, self-development, and drive for results.
• High integrity, trust, and safety awareness.
• Excellent organizational and independent problem-solving skills.
• Highly motivated, goal-oriented, and adaptable.
• Basic English communication skills (written and verbal).
• About Micron Technology, Inc.
• We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all .
• With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands.
• Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and 5G applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience.
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