Manufacturing Equipment/Production Engineer

About Micron 

Micron is a global leader in memory and storage solutions, enabling transformative technology that enriches life for all. With over 40 years of innovation, Micron plays a pivotal role in the data-driven economy, where memory and storage are strategic differentiators. We are committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and community support, and we foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and continuous improvement. 

Job Summary 

As an Equipment/Production Engineer for Micron Fab10 Singapore, you will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and implementing new tool installations, relocations, chamber retrofits to enhance equipment performance and drive continuous improvement program for your process area. 
 
Oversees the installation, modification, upgrade and maintenance of manufacturing equipment. Maintains current records on equipment manufacturers’ technical notices, upgrades and safety issues. Studies equipment performance and reliability. Establishes programs and solutions for increasing uptime and for equipment problems that affect the manufacturing process. Provides technical support to the manufacturing equipment repair and process engineering organizations. Defines and writes preventative maintenance schedules. 

Main Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for planning, scheduling, and implementing new tool installations, relocations, and chamber retrofits. 

• Own and develop equipment maintenance procedures and schedules 

• Work with the process owners to develop, prioritize and manage projects to reduce defects, improve availability and find solutions to ongoing problems; and identify, quantify, and qualify cost reduction projects 

• Serve as the liaison between facilities, vendor reps, and shift personnel 

• Interact with process owners and tool vendors to develop new hardware, software, and technologies related to process and hardware performance improvements 

• Write and publish reports that summarize equipment availability improvements and cost reduction projects 

• All team members are required to complete their learning items within the stipulated time frame 

• For business process and/or Quality Management System (QMS) component that one is responsible or accountable for: 

a) ensuring the QMS/business process that is effective and conforms to requirements 

b) ensuring that the processes are delivering their intended outputs 

reporting on QMS/business process performance and opportunities for improvement to management 

c) ensuring the promotion of internal and external customer focus throughout the organization 

4) ensuring the maintenance of the integrity of the QMS/ business process when changes are planned and implemented 

5) ensuring customer requirements are met 

• Integrates AI-assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness, exercising sound judgment and complying with organizational standards and legal requirements. 

• Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI-enabled enhancements within one’s scope of work. 

Job Requirements, Qualifications/Experience  

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Engineering or Science is required

• Must be able and willing to work on non-standard working hours (e.g. compressed, 12-hour night shifts). 

• Strong analytical, logical, and critical thinking skills 

• Effective communicator, able to collaborate across all levels 

• Growth mindset with a passion for continuous learning 

• Internship or experience in the semiconductor industry is a plus 

• Demonstrated leadership and a track record of impact are highly desirable 

• Interest in and knowledge of the semiconductor industry and Micron is preferred 

• Ability to apply baseline digital fluency and role‑appropriate AI literacy to use AI‑enabled tools responsibly and effectively for research, analysis, content creation, problem‑solving, operational tasks, and achieving business outcomes. 

• Embody Micron’s core values:

• People – Respect, develop, and empower others

• Innovation – Drive continuous improvement and breakthrough thinking

• Tenacity – Show grit and determination

• Collaboration – Build trust and foster teamwork

• Customer Focus – Deliver excellence and value

What to Expect  

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other protected factor. 

Additional Job Description

Maximizes yield by working on tools, the process, or wafer fabrication recipes. Troubleshoots wafer fabrication problems and performs root cause analysis. Works with other process areas to understand and control process deviations. Long-term investigation of defect issues may require extensive work with shift engineering and other functional areas. Evaluates products to ensure they meet the required design and performance specifications. Conducts research to assess process adjustment requirements and recommends process improvements or equipment changes needed to efficiently manufacture new product or part types.