Principal CAD Engineer/Manager

Job Title

Principal CAD Engineer/Manager

Role Summary

Lead development and delivery of advanced CAD tools and methodologies for Micron's semiconductor design teams. This role manages a team of engineers, defines CAD standards, and coordinates integration with cross-functional groups to enable robust manufacturing and device development.

Experience Level

Senior (Principal) level. The posting indicates a principal/manager role; specific years-of-experience guidance is not provided.

Responsibilities

The role combines technical leadership, people management, and hands-on CAD tool development.

• Lead design and development of advanced CAD tools and methodologies.
• Define and enforce CAD build standards and guidelines.
• Integrate CAD solutions with multi-functional engineering teams and workflows.
• Maintain and improve existing CAD toolchains to ensure reliable operation.
• Benchmark internal CAD capabilities against industry standards.
• Mentor and guide engineers; foster an inclusive, collaborative team environment.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience required to perform the role.

• Proven experience in CAD tool development and management.
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor build processes and manufacturing considerations.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C++.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
• Demonstrated leadership or management experience in engineering teams.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience managing CAD projects from concept through implementation.
• Familiarity with commonly used industry CAD tools and software.
• Experience in DRAM or NAND device development.
• Strong technical communication skills for explaining complex concepts.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

About the Company

Company: Micron Technology

Headquarters: Boise, Idaho, USA

Micron Technology is a global leader in memory and storage solutions, dedicated to transforming how the world uses information. The company offers a diverse portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory products under the Micron and Crucial brands. With a commitment to customer focus and technological innovation, Micron drives advancements in artificial intelligence, 5G, and other data-centric applications, empowering users to learn, communicate, and progress.