Fab Equipment Engineer - SWE

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 an Equipment Engineer, you will ensure the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment by solving complex technical challenges, owning end-to-end equipment performances, and partnering across manufacturing, process engineering, maintenance, and supplier teams. As part of Micron’s AI-enabled ecosystem, Fab Equipment Engineers use AI-supported data, equipment health insights, and advanced analytics to improve tool performance, reliability, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement across semiconductor manufacturing.    

 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Own equipment performance and reliability by identifying issues, driving corrective actions, and lifecycle improvement strategies  
• Diagnose technical issues by applying structured problem-solving and enabling rapid tool recovery to prevent emerging issues 
• Drive equipment upgrade/modification projects, implement hardware solutions and partner with vendors to resolve issues 
• Partner and collaborate across functions (Process, Manufacturing, Facilities, Quality, Maintenance teams) to resolve issues 
• Communicate findings and recommendations to team members  
• Build and maintain SOPs, solving guides, and promote information exchange   
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and manufacturing standards 

 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced certification in a related technical field, equivalent technical military experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Experience may be demonstrated through education, internships, research, military service, manufacturing, or professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience with technical solving, root cause analysis, equipment or system diagnostics, and analyzing and interpreting data.
• Demonstrated experience with SPC principles and Continuous Improvement in an engineering, research, manufacturing, military, or comparable technical environment.
• Demonstrated experience working with mechanical, electrical, automation, or manufacturing systems, along with the ability to produce user documentation and communicate effectively with multi-functional collaborators.
• Willing and able to work 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends in a 24/7 fab environment; stand and walk for full shifts on uneven or tight floors; wear required PPE and cleanroom garments; bend, kneel, and climb to access equipment; and lift up to 40 pounds.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience or exposure to semiconductor manufacturing or high-volume manufacturing.
• Experience or exposure to equipment maintenance and reliability, robotics and automation, vacuum systems, or industrial control systems.
• Experience or exposure to SPC, FDC, MES, or other manufacturing data and control systems.
• Experience or exposure to process improvement, equipment qualification, or equipment validation.

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:

$73,000.00 - $183,000.00 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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