Principal/Senior Engineer, E-characterization (DRAM)

Job Title

Principal/Senior Engineer, E-characterization (DRAM)

Role Summary

Work in the DRAM device technology group to develop and apply electrical characterization methods that support device and process improvements. Provide measurement setups, analyze parametric and lab-level data, and deliver actionable conclusions to device integration, process, product engineering, design, and failure analysis teams.

Experience Level

Senior-level (Principal/Senior). Preferred: 2+ years of semiconductor industry experience.

Responsibilities

Primary duties include electrical test development, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to improve device performance and yield.

• Analyze advanced electrical characterization and parametric results to support device performance improvements.
• Create test environments and optimize measurement conditions for each product generation and test structure.
• Acquire detailed laboratory measurements and perform engineering-level analysis to identify development issues and provide feedback.
• Propose required test structures and develop data automation tools for characterization workflows.
• Apply statistical and data-science approaches to large parametric datasets to identify root causes and improve yield.
• Collaborate with device integration, process development, product engineering, product design, and failure analysis teams.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience; optional items listed as nice-to-have.

• Deep understanding of semiconductor device physics (CMOS, cell transistors, diodes, resistive elements) and basic circuit operation.
• Strong background in semiconductor device characterization, particularly for CMOS-based architectures.
• Basic knowledge of DRAM electrical characteristics.
• Knowledge of statistical data analysis and experience working with parametric datasets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Nice-to-have: Programming experience (Python, C++), experience with high-frequency/RF characterization, RTN noise analysis, and use of semiconductor analyzers, network analyzers, and oscilloscopes.

Education Requirements

M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience.

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.