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Senior level principal process engineer jobs place experienced engineers in charge of process design strategy, cross-functional project ownership, and the technical direction of teams executing complex improvements. Openings concentrate across Manufacturing, Electronics & Hardware, and Hospitality & Tourism, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions available, and employers like ASM, AbbVie, and Timken hiring at this level now.
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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.
We are a collaborative semiconductor process engineering team focused on advancing dry etch technologies for current and future technology nodes. We partner across process integration, equipment, and adjacent process areas to develop innovative solutions and solve complex semiconductor manufacturing challenges.
As a Semiconductor Process Engineer SMTS or above, you will lead dry etch process development and help shape process and technology roadmaps. You will apply deep technical expertise in plasma etch technology while leading cross-functional efforts, mentoring engineers, and driving solutions to complex process, defect, and equipment challenges.
Responsibilities:
- Lead development and optimization of dry etch processes to meet structural and electrical specifications
- Partner with process integration and other engineering teams to influence integration flows, specifications, and technology roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional teams and technical task forces to resolve complex structural, process, defect, and hardware challenges
- Develop and present process and technology roadmaps for current and future technology nodes and communicate project status and impacts to leadership
- Serve as a technical resource and mentor for dry etch engineers while collaborating with equipment vendors and adjacent process areas to drive solutions
Minimum Qualifications:
- MS, PhD, or equivalent experience with more than 10 years of applicable semiconductor process engineering experience
- Experience developing dry etch processes in a research and development environment
- Experience with both inductively coupled plasma (ICP) and capacitively coupled plasma (CCP) tools and knowledge of dry etch reactor technologies, including RF sources and chemistries
- Knowledge of plasma physics, transport phenomena, or surface phenomena gained through professional experience or coursework
- Demonstrated experience leading technical projects or engineering teams and solving complex process, defect, or equipment problems
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with advanced CMOS, DRAM technologies and statistical process control and analysis
- Experience managing equipment vendor relationships and driving vendors toward technical solutions
- Experience collaborating across process areas and developing knowledge of adjacent process technologies or hardware
- Experience using AI-assisted analytics to enhance data interpretation, anomaly detection, and yield improvement initiatives
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Travel may be required for project-related purposes
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.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
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.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
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.
We are a collaborative semiconductor process engineering team focused on advancing dry etch technologies for current and future technology nodes. We partner across process integration, equipment, and adjacent process areas to develop innovative solutions and solve complex semiconductor manufacturing challenges.
As a Semiconductor Process Engineer SMTS or above, you will lead dry etch process development and help shape process and technology roadmaps. You will apply deep technical expertise in plasma etch technology while leading cross-functional efforts, mentoring engineers, and driving solutions to complex process, defect, and equipment challenges.
Responsibilities:
- Lead development and optimization of dry etch processes to meet structural and electrical specifications
- Partner with process integration and other engineering teams to influence integration flows, specifications, and technology roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional teams and technical task forces to resolve complex structural, process, defect, and hardware challenges
- Develop and present process and technology roadmaps for current and future technology nodes and communicate project status and impacts to leadership
- Serve as a technical resource and mentor for dry etch engineers while collaborating with equipment vendors and adjacent process areas to drive solutions
Minimum Qualifications:
- MS, PhD, or equivalent experience with more than 10 years of applicable semiconductor process engineering experience
- Experience developing dry etch processes in a research and development environment
- Experience with both inductively coupled plasma (ICP) and capacitively coupled plasma (CCP) tools and knowledge of dry etch reactor technologies, including RF sources and chemistries
- Knowledge of plasma physics, transport phenomena, or surface phenomena gained through professional experience or coursework
- Demonstrated experience leading technical projects or engineering teams and solving complex process, defect, or equipment problems
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with advanced CMOS, DRAM technologies and statistical process control and analysis
- Experience managing equipment vendor relationships and driving vendors toward technical solutions
- Experience collaborating across process areas and developing knowledge of adjacent process technologies or hardware
- Experience using AI-assisted analytics to enhance data interpretation, anomaly detection, and yield improvement initiatives
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Travel may be required for project-related purposes
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.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
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.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
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Senior Level Principal Process Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level principal process engineer job?
Employers at this level look for engineers who have owned end-to-end process improvement initiatives, not just contributed to them. Demonstrating experience leading cross-functional teams, driving measurable operational outcomes, and mentoring junior engineers gives candidates a clear edge. A strong portfolio of large-scale capital projects, process optimization programs, or plant-wide system implementations signals the depth these roles require.
Which companies hire senior level principal process engineers?
Companies hiring senior level principal process engineers right now include ASM, AbbVie, and Timken, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate among large manufacturers, integrated energy companies, and advanced chemical or materials producers that need engineers capable of leading process strategy across major facilities or business units.
Are there remote senior level principal process engineer jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level involve at least some on-site presence given the hands-on nature of process engineering work. About 20% of senior level principal process engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements being the more common flexible option, particularly for roles focused on design, analysis, or program oversight rather than direct plant floor operations.
What makes a principal process engineer role senior level?
Senior level principal process engineer roles are defined by scope and ownership. These engineers set technical direction for major process systems, make independent decisions on complex engineering problems, and are accountable for outcomes across entire product lines or facilities. They also lead or mentor other engineers, serve as internal subject matter experts, and often interface directly with executive stakeholders and external partners on high-impact initiatives.
Which industries hire the most senior level principal process engineers?
Senior Level principal process engineer roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Electronics & Hardware, and Hospitality & Tourism, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate complex, large-scale production environments where senior engineers are needed to own process performance, lead capital improvements, and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency standards are met across critical operations.