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Manufacturing Engineering Manager roles qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in engineering or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign your I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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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.
As a Manufacturing Development Engineering (MDE) Shift Engineer, you will play a critical role in enabling 24/7 process development for next-generation DRAM technologies. In this role you will support one specific process area such as Photolithography, Films Deposition, Wet Process, CMP, Wafer Bonding, or Dry Etch. This position operates on a 12-hour rotating shift schedule and serves as the primary engineering decision-maker for development activities occurring during off-hours. You will work closely with Process Development, Process Integration, Equipment Development, Manufacturing, and Shift Operations teams to ensure uninterrupted development execution, increase learning velocity, and support technology roadmap objectives.
Unlike traditional manufacturing shift engineering roles, this MDE Shift Engineer operates in a highly dynamic development environment where process conditions, specifications, and experimental flows frequently evolve. This role requires strong engineering judgment to disposition development wafers, make real-time process decisions, troubleshoot process and equipment issues, and appropriately balance execution needs with development objectives.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary off-shift engineering decision-maker for development activities, using sound engineering judgment to disposition wafers, release or hold tools, define actions on development targets, respond to process deviations, handle execution risks, and maintain development momentum.
- Partner closely with your area's Process Development, Process Integration, Equipment Development, Manufacturing, and Shift Operations teams to troubleshoot process and equipment issues, resolve output constraints, support experimental processing, and remove barriers to development execution.
- Apply SPC, E3, and other fault detection (FD) systems, and data analysis to investigate excursions, identify root causes, improve process performance, drive defect reduction and yield improvement, and support qualification and optimization activities.
- Maintain accurate documentation, reaction plans, recipes, and process procedures while ensuring effective cross-shift communication, change control, and timely escalation of issues that could impact safety, cycle time, yield, or operational performance.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by leading or participating in development projects, PMI data collection, audits, benchmarking activities, and implementation of best-known methods that improve development efficiency, execution quality, and organizational capability.
- Leverage the Model Based Problem Solving methodology, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools to enhance decision quality and operational productivity.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related engineering field. OR Bachelors of Science with 2+ years of proven experience in Semiconductor Manufacturing or Process Development.
- Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Solid understanding of semiconductor manufacturing, process control methodologies, and engineering problem-solving techniques.
- Understanding of SPC, DOE, E3 FD, and data-driven decision-making methodologies.
- Solid understanding of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in area-specific process development with understanding of fundamental sciences (chemistry, physics, mechanical engineering, etc.) associated with that area.
- Experience in Manufacturing Development Engineering, and/or High-Volume Manufacturing.
- Knowledge of semiconductor process integration, process control systems, and advanced manufacturing practices.
- Knowledge of SPC, DOE, and advanced process control methods.
- Experience dispositioning lots, supporting development experiments, and making engineering decisions in a process development environment.
- Experience with equipment troubleshooting, database tools, analytics, and AI-enabled engineering solutions.
- Excellent communication, organization, prioritization, and time-management skills with the ability to work independently in a constantly evolving environment.
- Experience working with LLMs to improve workflow efficiency, data analysis, or engineering decision making.
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.
Micron Foundation
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.
Sustainability
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.
INTRODUCTION
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.
As a Manufacturing Development Engineering (MDE) Shift Engineer, you will play a critical role in enabling 24/7 process development for next-generation DRAM technologies. In this role you will support one specific process area such as Photolithography, Films Deposition, Wet Process, CMP, Wafer Bonding, or Dry Etch. This position operates on a 12-hour rotating shift schedule and serves as the primary engineering decision-maker for development activities occurring during off-hours. You will work closely with Process Development, Process Integration, Equipment Development, Manufacturing, and Shift Operations teams to ensure uninterrupted development execution, increase learning velocity, and support technology roadmap objectives.
Unlike traditional manufacturing shift engineering roles, this MDE Shift Engineer operates in a highly dynamic development environment where process conditions, specifications, and experimental flows frequently evolve. This role requires strong engineering judgment to disposition development wafers, make real-time process decisions, troubleshoot process and equipment issues, and appropriately balance execution needs with development objectives.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary off-shift engineering decision-maker for development activities, using sound engineering judgment to disposition wafers, release or hold tools, define actions on development targets, respond to process deviations, handle execution risks, and maintain development momentum.
- Partner closely with your area's Process Development, Process Integration, Equipment Development, Manufacturing, and Shift Operations teams to troubleshoot process and equipment issues, resolve output constraints, support experimental processing, and remove barriers to development execution.
- Apply SPC, E3, and other fault detection (FD) systems, and data analysis to investigate excursions, identify root causes, improve process performance, drive defect reduction and yield improvement, and support qualification and optimization activities.
- Maintain accurate documentation, reaction plans, recipes, and process procedures while ensuring effective cross-shift communication, change control, and timely escalation of issues that could impact safety, cycle time, yield, or operational performance.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by leading or participating in development projects, PMI data collection, audits, benchmarking activities, and implementation of best-known methods that improve development efficiency, execution quality, and organizational capability.
- Leverage the Model Based Problem Solving methodology, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools to enhance decision quality and operational productivity.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related engineering field. OR Bachelors of Science with 2+ years of proven experience in Semiconductor Manufacturing or Process Development.
- Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Solid understanding of semiconductor manufacturing, process control methodologies, and engineering problem-solving techniques.
- Understanding of SPC, DOE, E3 FD, and data-driven decision-making methodologies.
- Solid understanding of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in area-specific process development with understanding of fundamental sciences (chemistry, physics, mechanical engineering, etc.) associated with that area.
- Experience in Manufacturing Development Engineering, and/or High-Volume Manufacturing.
- Knowledge of semiconductor process integration, process control systems, and advanced manufacturing practices.
- Knowledge of SPC, DOE, and advanced process control methods.
- Experience dispositioning lots, supporting development experiments, and making engineering decisions in a process development environment.
- Experience with equipment troubleshooting, database tools, analytics, and AI-enabled engineering solutions.
- Excellent communication, organization, prioritization, and time-management skills with the ability to work independently in a constantly evolving environment.
- Experience working with LLMs to improve workflow efficiency, data analysis, or engineering decision making.
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.
Micron Foundation
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.
Sustainability
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Verify your CIP code before applying
Cross-check your degree's CIP code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Manufacturing engineering and industrial engineering degrees typically qualify, but mechanical engineering programs vary by school, confirm with your DSO before targeting roles.
Search E-Verify status before interviewing
Ask your recruiter directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before your first interview. Many mid-size manufacturers aren't enrolled, which disqualifies them as STEM OPT employers regardless of how strong your candidacy is.
Build a training plan aligned to manufacturing management
Draft your I-983 before you have an offer. Map your learning objectives to production planning, lean manufacturing, and cross-functional team leadership so your DSO and employer can approve it quickly once an offer comes through.
Target manufacturers with existing H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Manufacturing Engineering Manager roles by employers who've filed LCAs, signaling that they understand visa-sponsored hiring and have processes in place for international candidates with work authorization requirements.
Confirm your start date clears the 60-day grace period
If you're between jobs or finishing your initial OPT, your STEM extension isn't automatic. File your I-765 through USCIS early enough so your EAD arrives before your current authorization expires, especially for roles with fixed onboarding cycles in manufacturing.
Check prevailing wage requirements for your target region
Manufacturing Engineering Manager wages vary significantly by metro area and industry segment. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify that your offer meets the prevailing wage for your SOC code and location before signing, since your employer's LCA must certify this.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Manufacturing Engineering Manager role qualify for STEM OPT?
Yes, if your underlying degree is on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Degrees in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, and mechanical engineering typically qualify. The role itself doesn't determine eligibility, your CIP code does. Confirm with your DSO that your specific program and institution are listed before you apply for the extension through USCIS.
What does my employer need to do to support my STEM OPT extension?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and co-sign your I-983 training plan before your extension begins. For a Manufacturing Engineering Manager role, the I-983 should outline concrete learning goals tied to production systems, process improvement, or team leadership. The employer also agrees to report material changes to your DSO within five business days.
How does cap-gap protection apply if I'm working as a Manufacturing Engineering Manager?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before April 1 and your OPT or STEM OPT expires before October 1, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization until your H-1B start date. You can continue in your Manufacturing Engineering Manager role without interruption. USCIS issues an updated I-20 reflecting the extension, which you'll need for your employer's records.
What should my I-983 training plan cover for a manufacturing management role?
Your I-983 must describe how the role provides practical training directly related to your STEM degree. For a Manufacturing Engineering Manager, relevant goals include applying engineering principles to optimize production workflows, managing cross-functional teams through quantitative methods, and using data analysis to reduce defect rates. Generic management objectives that don't connect to your STEM coursework are unlikely to be approved by your DSO.
Where can I find Manufacturing Engineering Manager jobs at E-Verify-enrolled employers?
Migrate Mate filters Manufacturing Engineering Manager listings to surface employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and LCA filing history, which removes the guesswork of vetting each company individually. You can search by location, industry, and role type to find positions where the employer already has experience hiring candidates on work authorization. This is especially useful for F-1 students on STEM OPT who can't afford to accept an offer from a non-enrolled employer.