Process Engineer
Micron Technology
Manassas, VA · Posted November 10, 2026
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About the job
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.
As a Process Engineer, you will develop, optimize, and sustain the semiconductor processes that drive yield, quality, cost, and productivity by solving complex technical challenges and partnering across equipment, integration, manufacturing, and supplier teams. As part of Micron’s AI-enabled ecosystem, Fab Process Engineers leverage AI-assisted process monitoring, SPC/FDC insights, and data analytics to optimize process stability, yield, quality, cost, and productivity across wafer fabrication.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop, optimize, and sustain fabrication process steps for yield, quality, cost and productivity
• Drive step-level process changes, validate new technology node readiness, evaluations and lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Investigate yield and defectivity issues by tracking process performance with methods like FMEA, 8D, SPC, FDC, APC
• Apply data analytics to prevent recurring issues and minimize production downtime
• Manage qualifications and process control plans
• Hit production targets during ramp and transitions, and protect cycle time, throughput and product quality
• Partner and collaborate across functions (Process, Manufacturing, Facilities, Quality, Maintenance teams) to resolve issues
• Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Shown through education, internships, research, military, manufacturing, or professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or advanced certification in a related technical field OR equivalent technical military experience OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Experience with SPC, FDC, FMEA, 8D
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Shown through education, internships, research, military, manufacturing, or professional experience.
• Semiconductor process development, process flow, recipe management
• Quality management methodologies such as SPC, FDC, FMEA, 8D
• Data analysis, interpreting results, continuous improvement
• Collaboration and teamwork across different functions
• Effective communication with a customer and stakeholder focus
• Takes ownership and initiative, adaptable to new environments
• Attention to detail, analytical thinking
• Preferred disciplines include Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience or exposure to one or more of:
Semiconductor process areas (Photo, CVD, PVD, Diffusion, Implant, Etch, CMP, Wet), High-volume manufacturing, DRAM development, SPC, FDC, APC, Metrology & inspection, JMP & data analytics, Machine learning, Process qualification
The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$71,000.00 - $177,000.00 a year
Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
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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