Reticle Process Engineer

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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 Reticle Process Engineer, you will be part of a specialized engineering team dedicated to ensuring the quality, reliability, and operational integrity of photomasks used in advanced lithography processes. You will closely collaborate with process engineers, scanner equipment engineers, and other cross‑functional partners to lead critical activities such as photomask qualification, contamination control, and defect reduction—tasks that directly influence photolithography performance. You will be responsible for proactively managing photomask‑related risks—through technical investigation, continuous improvement, data‑driven problem solving, and operational efficiency enhancement.

Responsibilities

• Establish, improve, and optimize business processes related to in‑fab photomask management and technologies
• Monitor, maintain and improve reticle pattern inspection and Automatic Defect Classification (ADC) processes to ensure photomask quality.
• Define and evaluate process parameters for various photomask‑related equipment
• Evaluate, promote, and implement new equipment and materials; develop technology roadmaps
• Perform 8D root‑cause analysis for issues and abnormalities

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree + 2 years of relevant experience or Master’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field
• Strong understanding of analytical instrumentation, including accuracy, precision, detection limits, and system limitations
• Knowledge of semiconductor fabrication with photolithography or RDA inspection background
• Experience applying or developing AI Assisted solutions in manufacturing or engineering environments
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi-functional projects and influence partners across teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of semiconductor fabrication processes and equipment
• Experience with inspection tools like KLA or Lasertec is preferred
• 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

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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