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New College Grad - Equipment Engineer

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In-Office
Manassas, VA
73K-124K Annually
Entry level
In-Office
Manassas, VA
73K-124K Annually
Entry level
Ensure the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of semiconductor manufacturing equipment. Diagnose technical issues, perform root cause analysis, drive corrective actions, implement equipment upgrades, collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams, maintain technical documentation, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and manufacturing standards.
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As an Equipment Engineer, you will ensure the reliability, performance, and continuous improvement of advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment by solving complex technical challenges, owning end-to-end equipment performances, and partnering across manufacturing, process engineering, maintenance, and supplier teams. As part of Micron's AI-enabled ecosystem, Fab Equipment Engineers use AI-supported data, equipment health insights, and advanced analytics to improve tool performance, reliability, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement across semiconductor manufacturing.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Own equipment performance and reliability by identifying issues, driving corrective actions, and lifecycle improvement strategies
  • Diagnose technical issues by applying structured problem-solving and enabling rapid tool recovery to prevent emerging issues
  • Drive equipment upgrade/modification projects, implement hardware solutions and partner with vendors to resolve issues
  • Partner and collaborate across functions (Process, Manufacturing, Facilities, Quality, Maintenance teams) to resolve issues
  • Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders
  • Create and maintain SOPs, troubleshooting guides, and drive knowledge sharing
  • Ensure compliance with safety, quality and manufacturing standards

Minimum Qualifications
Shown through education, internships, research, military, manufacturing, or professional experience.
  • Demonstrated experience with technical troubleshooting, problem solving, root cause analysis, equipment or system diagnostics, and analyzing or interpreting data.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of SPC principles and continuous improvement methods.
  • Experience working with mechanical, electrical, automation, or manufacturing systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to create technical documentation, communicate effectively with customers and stakeholders, and collaborate across functions.
  • Demonstrated ownership, initiative, adaptability, attention to detail, and analytical thinking. Preferred disciplines include Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience or exposure to semiconductor manufacturing or high-volume manufacturing environments.
  • Experience or exposure to equipment maintenance, equipment reliability, equipment qualification, or validation.
  • Experience or exposure to robotics, automation, vacuum systems, or industrial control systems.
  • Experience or exposure to SPC, FDC, MES, or other manufacturing data and control systems.
  • Experience or exposure to process improvement and data-driven optimization of manufacturing processes or equipment.

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$73,000.00 - $124,000.00 a year
Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits .
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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