Metrology & Real-Time Defect Analysis Technician

About the role

Micron is hiring a Metrology & Real-Time Defect Analysis (MRDA) Technician who supports Metrology and Real-Time Defects Analysis operations. The role covers hands-on tool operation, data collection, basic troubleshooting, material disposition, product and tool qualification, and supporting improvement projects in the manufacturing environment. It involves 12-hour morning or night shifts.

Key responsibilities

• Perform measurement activities using established recipes to give quick, accurate feedback on product integrity, and operate inspection and metrology tools with the latest inspection technologies
• Collect and organise measurement and defect data for engineer review
• Monitor processes using Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts and follow sampling methods to spot deviations early, escalating abnormalities promptly
• Support engineers with tool maintenance schedules, tool recovery and basic troubleshooting, and carry out first-level equipment and system troubleshooting
• Perform internal preventive and corrective maintenance on metrology and inspection tools
• Assist engineers with data gathering and preliminary checks during defect investigations and improvement projects, and generate first-pass data analysis for root cause analysis
• Support projects that improve inline detection, reduce measurement variability, increase efficiency and tool availability, and collaborate with tool suppliers on trials of new methods
• Maintain competency in recipe maintenance, basic troubleshooting and recovery procedures, and comply with operational procedures
• Willingness to adopt AI-enabled ways of working; using digital tools, dashboards, automation and AI assistants such as Microsoft Copilot is advantageous

Required profile

• Nitec, Higher Nitec, Diploma or equivalent in Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, Materials or a related field
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in semiconductor fabrication processes is preferred
• Able to work 12-hour morning or night shifts
• Demonstrates Micron values: People, Innovation, Tenacity, Collaboration, Customer Focus and Speed