Job Description

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

The Equipment Engineer is responsible for managing manufacturing equipment to achieve required production, quality, and cost targets within their assigned area. The role carries accountability for maintaining required equipment performance.
In addition, the Equipment Engineer builds strong collaboration with related departments to maximize area output, reduce cycle time, and optimize resource efficiency. They ensure stable quality by maintaining proper equipment conditions and proactively identifying and eliminating production constraints through broad cross-functional communication.

Key Responsibilities

Make judgments and solve problems in non-routine situations by applying learned technical concepts with guidance.

Resolve complex issues that require critical decision-making and initiative.

Apply specialized technical knowledge to solve problems and implement preventive measures.

Provide guidance and instruction to technicians on advanced issues and challenges.

Plan and execute improvements related to preventive maintenance and other non-routine tasks.

Lead or train other team members within the team.

Make decisions across a wide range of responsibilities.

Exercise judgment within a defined scope that may impact the quality of assigned work.

Develop a strong understanding of systems, identify issues, collaborate with Day Engineering, propose improvement actions, and drive resolution.

Contribute to area improvements through proactive proposals based on TPM activities.

Propose and implement 6S3R improvements related to workplace environment for equipment installation, modification, relocation, and removal, contributing to improvements within a defined area.

Actively use OPL (One Point Lesson) and CIP (Continuous Improvement Process) to share team knowledge and enhance area capability.

Analyze data based on area IPO/KPI metrics and implement and deploy CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions).

AI & Digital Transformation

Leverage AI-enabled tools, advanced analytics, and digital technologies to improve equipment performance, accelerate problem solving, and drive operational excellence.

Utilize AI-assisted insights and data-driven methodologies to identify improvement opportunities, optimize maintenance strategies, and enhance manufacturing efficiency.

Continuously develop AI and digital skills to improve decision-making, productivity, and business outcomes while supporting Micron’s AI transformation initiatives.

About Micron Technology, Inc.

We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and 5G applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience.

To learn more, please visit micron.com/careers

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.

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