YT-Asia YE DRAM Physical Failure Analysis (PFA) Engineer

Job Title

YT-Asia YE DRAM Physical Failure Analysis (PFA) Engineer

Role Summary

The PFA Engineer will perform physical failure analysis to support DRAM and HBM device development from initial development through high-volume manufacturing. The role works with Integration, Process, and DRAM engineering teams to identify failure mechanisms and provide actionable feedback to improve device characteristics and yield.

This is an onsite role based at Micron Hiroshima Fab 15. For application assistance or reasonable accommodations, contact hrsupport_jp@micron.com.

Experience Level

Mid-level (GJS: E2 and above). Specific years of experience not specified.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities focus on identifying failure causes, producing high-quality analysis data, and driving improvements to sample preparation and analysis methods.

• Acquire accurate imaging and elemental analysis data using TEM, FIB, and SEM to determine failure causes.
• Understand device layout and structure and target failure locations to obtain reliable data.
• Improve sample preparation methods and refine observation/analysis conditions to raise technique quality and consistency.
• Communicate analysis results and expected failure modes with YE engineers and integration teams.
• Deliver high-quality analysis reports to support early yield improvement.
• Collaborate on maintenance and upkeep of analysis equipment.
• Commit to performing PFA duties at F15 YT-Asia YE PFA on a long-term basis.

Requirements

Must-have skills and experience required for this role, plus desirable additional skills.

• Must-have: Understanding of basic semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Must-have: Ability to understand DRAM layouts and structures.
• Must-have: Understanding of DRAM and CMOS transistor operating principles.
• Must-have: Practical experience in failure analysis using TEM, FIB, and SEM.
• Must-have: Strong communication and presentation skills in Japanese and English.
• Must-have: Motivation and interest in iterative failure analysis and continuous improvement.
• Nice-to-have: Experience with TEM sample preparation techniques, bit-counting methods for failed bits, and analysis/data-analysis tools.
• Nice-to-have: Cross-disciplinary collaboration experience with integration and process teams and equipment maintenance experience.

Education Requirements

Not specified.

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.