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As a Senior Wet Etch Process Engineer you will be primarily responsible for starting up, developing, and optimizing processes to improve product quality, driving process yield improvements, cost ...

Mentor and guide engineers through technical leadership, not people management Required Skills and Experience * Proven experience in a logic HVM foundry environment * Hands on wet etch process ...

Plasma Dry Etch Engineer

Covington, GA · On-site

$90K - $150K/yr

Job Title: R&D Engineer - Dry Process (Plasma Etch /Plasma Ablation/ PVD) Expert for Advanced ... Collaborate with wet process and plating teams to ensure clean handoff of seed layers and trench ...

Plasma Dry Etch Engineer

Covington, GA · On-site

$90K - $150K/yr

Job Title: R&D Engineer - Dry Process (Plasma Etch /Plasma Ablation/ PVD) Expert for Advanced ... Collaborate with wet process and plating teams to ensure clean handoff of seed layers and trench ...

Plasma Dry Etch Engineer

Covington, GA · On-site

$90K - $150K/yr

Job Title: R&D Engineer - Dry Process (Plasma Etch /Plasma Ablation/ PVD) Expert for Advanced ... Collaborate with wet process and plating teams to ensure clean handoff of seed layers and trench ...

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Wet Etch Engineer information

What is a wet etch engineer?

Wet Etch Engineers are professionals in the semiconductor industry who specialize in processes that use liquid chemicals to remove specific layers or materials from silicon wafers during microchip fabrication. They develop, monitor, and optimize wet etching processes to ensure precise patterning and high-quality device performance. Their role includes troubleshooting equipment, ensuring safety protocols, and collaborating with other engineers to improve manufacturing yield and efficiency. Wet Etch Engineers play a crucial part in producing advanced electronic devices such as microprocessors, memory chips, and sensors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a wet etch engineer?

To thrive as a Wet Etch Engineer, you need a solid background in chemical engineering, materials science, or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with semiconductor fabrication equipment, cleanroom protocols, and process control software is essential, along with knowledge of safety standards like SEMI S2. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you identify process issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These competencies are crucial for maintaining high-quality yields, ensuring safety, and driving process improvements in semiconductor manufacturing.

What are some common challenges faced by wet etch engineers during process optimization, and how are they typically addressed?

Wet Etch Engineers often encounter challenges such as maintaining process uniformity, managing particle contamination, and optimizing chemical usage while ensuring high yield and device reliability. These challenges are typically addressed by closely monitoring process parameters, collaborating with cross-functional teams (like Equipment and Quality Engineering), and implementing rigorous statistical process control. Continuous training and staying updated on new etching chemistries and equipment advancements also help engineers proactively solve these issues and maintain high standards in semiconductor fabrication.

What is the difference between Wet Etch Engineer vs Plasma Etch Engineer?

AspectWet Etch EngineerPlasma Etch Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in materials science, chemical engineering, or related fieldSimilar educational background, often with additional knowledge of plasma physics
Work EnvironmentCleanroom environments focused on chemical processingCleanroom environments with plasma equipment
Industry UsageUsed in semiconductor fabrication for material removalUsed for precise etching in semiconductor manufacturing
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared due to similar roles in etching processesRelated but involves different etching techniques

Both Wet Etch Engineers and Plasma Etch Engineers work in semiconductor fabrication, focusing on material removal processes. While they share similar educational backgrounds and work environments, Wet Etch Engineers specialize in chemical-based etching, whereas Plasma Etch Engineers utilize plasma technology for more precise etching. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job focus within the industry.

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Wet Etch Process Engineer

Micron Technology Inc

Boise, ID • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

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8.6

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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.

At Micron-Boise, ID, we are undergoing a historic $15 billion investment in semiconductor manufacturing; construction began in early 2023, with DRAM production slated for the second half of the decade.

As a leader in the semiconductor industry, we build solutions that inspire and transform technology. With plans to invest more than $150 billion globally over the next decade in leading-edge manufacturing, we are looking for passionate people to join our Boise expansion team and contribute to the growth and innovation of the semiconductor industry.

As a Senior Wet Etch Process Engineer you will be primarily responsible for starting up, developing, and optimizing processes to improve product quality, driving process yield improvements, cost reduction, productivity improvement and risk management as well as resolving manufacturing line problems. Your expertise will give to the production of high-quality semiconductor components that are pivotal to our customers' success. You will work closely with multi-functional teams to tackle process issues and implement solutions that improve efficiency and yield. Your passion for engineering and willingness to learn will help us overcome the challenges of this fast-paced industry. We are looking for someone who enjoys hands-on work, values collaboration, and is eager to dive deep into the technical aspects of semiconductor manufacturing.

Responsibilities

  • Strong process area knowledge

  • DRAM development and manufacturing experience

  • Collaborate with equipment engineers and integrations engineers to identify and resolve issues affecting production

  • Use project management skills to complete project milestones that close yield, defectivity, production, and cost gaps

  • Drive improvements across all SPC (statistical process control) charts that you own

Minimum Required Qualifications

  • 2+ years of industry experience working as Process Owner within Wet Etch Process. At Micron Wet Etch includes vapor etch, dry strip, dry bevel etch and plating in addition to bath and spin processes.

  • BS or Masters in the Engineering field, equivalent military experience or AAS with 5+yr industry experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong understanding of semiconductor fabrication processes and equipment

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a meticulous approach

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

  • Proficient in Data Science and Programming skills

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How Micron engineers pave the way for semiconductors

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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