Principal/Lead Engineer, Process Development, Wet

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of engineers to identify, prioritize, and drive process solutions for yield, reliability, and cost gaps in NAND technology nodes.
• Maintain a safe environment through proactive safety practices and ensure safety policies are always followed.
• Hire, develop, mentor, and manage a team of highly capable process engineers.
• Create a culture of innovation and tenacity within the group to meet the needs of accelerated technology cadence.
• Set strategy for future technology nodes and help define the roadmap.
• Engage with suppliers to develop the process and equipment needed to meet the technology roadmap.
• Collaborate with other departments to align on project priorities and deliver robust, manufacturing-friendly processes on time.
• Partner with Manufacturing fab for effective transfer, pilot ramp, and ongoing development to achieve TECHNODE gate criteria.
• Lead worldwide alignment efforts across technology to improve area effectiveness.
• Develop and optimize unit processes for advanced NAND parts, focusing on yield and quality.
• Quantify benefits of innovative solutions and prioritize key technology issues within the Singapore Wet Etch team.
• Collaborate with Boise TD peers on future nodes and translate device needs into process requirements.
• Identify disruptive processes early and work with global teams to define viable paths.
• Conduct research, hardware evaluations, and test novel applications, generating IP.
• Manage experiments to widen margins and test manufacturability.
• Simplify processes, implement best methods, and design advanced monitoring and control systems.
• Lead cross-functional projects, advise management on technical issues, and drive innovation through patents and papers.
• Collaborate globally and uphold Micron’s IP protection policy.

Other Responsibilities:

• Provide regular feedback to team members on performance, developing career plans, and mentoring them to support their professional development.
• Engage with Procurement & Operations Central Teams and other partners both locally and globally.
• Ensure strict adherence to Intellectual Property protection policies.

Job Requirements/Qualifications/Selection Criteria

• At least 10 years of relevant working experience in the semiconductor industry with a background in Wet process.
• Bachelor’s or an advanced degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• Proven leadership experience and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organizational and technical skills with demonstrated success in engagement with worldwide teams.
• Deep understanding of process technologies such as Vapor etch, wet strip, etc.
• Familiarity with memory process flow, especially NAND.
• Proficient in data analysis tools (e.g., Y3) and DoE.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Self-driven, adaptable, and able to manage multiple projects.
• Proven ability to take calculated risks and execute new solutions.
• Recognized as a mentor, team builder, motivator, and technical expert with the ability to solicit feedback, accept input, and analyze success/failure.
• Strategic thinking within the context of the leadership team regarding team engagement, group morale, conducive working atmosphere, and work culture.
• Embody Micron values: People, Innovation, Tenacity, Collaboration, and Customer Focus.