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Micron

Sr Dry Etch Equipment Engineer

Manassas, VA · On-site

Summary The Sr. Dry Etch Equipment Engineer is responsible for driving equipment reliability, longterm corrective actions, and performance optimization of Dry Etch toolsets in a highvolume ...

Micron

Senior Dry Etch Process Engineer

Boise, ID · On-site

$99K - $128K/yr

As a Senior Dry Etch Equipment Engineer , with a strong focus on safety and quality, you will play a meaningful role in improving our manufacturing processes by focusing on the installation ...

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Micron

Senior Dry Etch Equipment Engineer

Boise, ID · On-site

$99K - $136K/yr

As a Senior Dry Etch Equipment Engineer , with a strong focus on safety and quality, you will play a meaningful role in improving our manufacturing processes by focusing on the installation ...

Micron

Senior Dry Etch Equipment Engineer

Boise, ID

$99K - $136K/yr

As a Senior Dry Etch Equipment Engineer , with a strong focus on safety and quality, you will play a meaningful role in improving our manufacturing processes by focusing on the installation ...

Wolfspeed, Inc.

Dry Etch Process Engineer

Marcy, NY · On-site

$81K - $111K/yr

Own and sustain the Dry Etch process area or a part thereof along with other department engineers and technicians as part of a 24*7 High Volume Silicon Carbide Wafer Fab. Respond to any process ...

Micron

Staff Engineer, APTD Dry Etch

Boise, ID · On-site

As a Senior or Staff Engineer on the Dry Etch R&D team, you will play a key role in developing and scaling plasmabased etch processes that enable nextgeneration packaging technologies. This role ...

Cree

Dry Etch Process Engineer

Marcy, NY · On-site

$81K - $111K/yr

Own and sustain the Dry Etch process area or a part thereof along with other department engineers and technicians as part of a 24*7 High Volume Silicon Carbide Wafer Fab. Respond to any process ...

Micron

Dry Etch Process Development Engineer

Boise, ID · On-site

... dry etch processing, kinetic theory, or basic plasma physics. * Data science basics / Python coding or programming or scripting is desirable. * Education: BS + 2 years of relevant semiconductor ...

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As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for dry etch engineer in the United States is $89,183.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Dry Etch Engineer job?

A Dry Etch Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting dry etching processes used in semiconductor manufacturing. They work with plasma-based etching techniques to precisely remove material from wafers while ensuring high precision and yield. Their role involves process characterization, tool maintenance, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve production efficiency. Dry Etch Engineers also analyze data, conduct experiments, and implement process improvements to meet stringent device fabrication requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Dry Etch Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Dry Etch Engineer, you need a solid background in semiconductor processing, materials science, and relevant engineering disciplines, typically demonstrated by a bachelor's or master's degree. Familiarity with plasma etch tools, process characterization techniques, and data analysis software such as JMP or MATLAB is crucial, as well as knowledge of cleanroom protocols. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively within cross-functional teams are highly valued. These skills ensure the development and optimization of etching processes needed for fabricating high-quality semiconductor devices in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Dry Etch Engineer?

As a Dry Etch Engineer, your daily responsibilities often include developing and optimizing dry etching processes, monitoring equipment performance, and troubleshooting any issues that arise during production. You will work hands-on in cleanroom environments, interact closely with process technicians and other engineers, and analyze data to ensure process stability and yield improvements. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, such as integration and equipment groups, is common to address technical challenges and support the overall manufacturing goals. You may also be involved in documenting process changes, conducting experiments, and participating in regular meetings to drive process enhancement initiatives.

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Sr Dry Etch Equipment Engineer

Sr Dry Etch Equipment Engineer

Micron

Manassas, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Micron Technology rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 141 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

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.

Summary

The Sr. Dry Etch Equipment Engineer is responsible for driving equipment reliability, longterm corrective actions, and performance optimization of Dry Etch toolsets in a highvolume semiconductor manufacturing environment. This role leads systematic troubleshooting, eliminates chronic failures, improves tool health, and partners closely with Production, Process Engineering, and suppliers to support yield, cycle time, and costreduction goals. The engineer provides technical leadership, drives continuous improvement, and ensures the Dry Etch area operates with high stability, quality, and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead systematic, rootcausedriven troubleshooting to eliminate chronic failures and improve overall Dry Etch equipment reliability.

  • Analyze tool data, identify trends and reliability risks, and implement longterm corrective actions that reduce unscheduled downtime.

  • Manage tool recovery strategies, provide accurate ETAs, and partner with Production to minimize operational impact while maintaining longterm stability.

  • Own spare parts strategy, BOM accuracy, consumable health, and costreduction efforts related to repairs and equipment performance.

  • Drive yield and scrapreduction initiatives by resolving equipmentrelated contributors to alarms, variability, chamber matching issues, and defect excursions.

  • Lead Continuous Improvement Projects (CIPs) focused on equipment availability, throughput, and cycletime reduction; remove equipment constraints through structured improvements.

  • Support new tool startups and process conversions by ensuring equipment readiness, sustainable performance, and alignment with process owners.

  • Provide technical mentorship to technicians and junior engineers on bestinclass maintenance practices, failure analysis, and equipment reliability methods.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Engineering degree or equivalent technical experience with strong analytical, datadriven problemsolving skills.

  • Proven ability to troubleshoot complex equipment issues using structured methodologies (SPC, FMEA, 5Whys, 8D, fault isolation).

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work crossfunctionally and manage priorities in a fastpaced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Dry Etch equipment engineering, including chamber matching, reliability improvement, and tool stability programs.

  • Experience driving yield, scrap, and defectreduction efforts in semiconductor manufacturing.

  • Background supporting tool conversions, new technology introductions, or equipment startup and qualification.

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.

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.

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

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