Principal Engineer DRAM Design Rule

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Overview :

Micron is seeking a highly experienced Principal Engineer to lead Design Enablement efforts for DRAM technologies.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead efforts to develop and refineDesign RulesRequirements andTest Structuresfor all DRAM generations.

Manage test structure evaluation to support next-gen device development and quantify process margins.

Define sub-milestones within layout schedules and ensure timely execution across teams.

Address process window vs. die size issues arising from database layout techniques.

Collaborate with Design Product Engineering Process Integration Business Units and Quality teams to optimizePPAC(Performance Power Area Cost).

Ensure robustDesign Rule Checks (DRC)and appropriate responses to deviations.

Strategically partner with teams to resolve process issues related to layout and prioritize solutions.

Document and communicate complex problem resolutions and drive cross-node design rule alignment.

Maintain effective communication across Process Integration Product Engineering Design and Advanced Mask teams.

Improve documentation of R&D activities for design rule improvement

Ability todefine and implement design ruleswithin APR workflows to enhance layout efficiency and manufacturability.

Minimum Qualifications :

BS / MS / PhD in Electrical Engineering Microelectronics Physics or related field

Senior level engineer with 5 - 10 years of experience in the semiconductor industry in the areas of Process Integration Yield Enhancement Product Engineering Design Test Structure Development or Unit Process Development

Experience with Test Structure Design and characterization

Possess a deep understanding of the DRAM process flow as well as the function and purpose of major DRAM components such as Sense Amp Word-line driver and Anti-Fuse

Exposure and familiarity with CAD group interactions data post-processing and the process of transferring data from the database to the reticle

Preferred Requirements :

Solid grasp and exposure to design & layout with the ability to do minor layout work with Pcells is desired

Think and communicate clearly in urgent and stressful situations

Demonstrated success in resolving sophisticated issues

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Required Experience :

Staff IC

Key Skills

Design,Academics,AutoCAD 3D,Cafe,Fabrication,Java

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1