FE Global Planning Senior SIC Engineer (NPI)

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 FECOS Inventory Control – NPI (New Product Introduction) at Micron Technology, Inc., you will be responsible for overseeing the management of the FECOS NPI teams. These teams are primarily responsible to support NPI production operation execution, focusing on pilot line management to ensure NPI wafer starts, output, samples delivery and cycle time are meeting commitment. You will be responsible for collaborating with Front End Planning and Manufacturing stakeholders to deliver NPI tactical solutions and strategic BKM sharing across the network as well as management of pilot line to meet output plan on time. This will be achieved by developing metrics that clarify deliverables, and by providing front-end manufacturing experience and expertise and influencing key business partners (NPI, Supply Chain, SMAI, Product Engineering, TD, IE etc). You will build effective global team by distributing work and learning opportunities functionally and regionally, and by empowering team members with the authority to make decisions at the appropriate level and geographically. You will deliver competitive results by spearheading innovative solutions, removing barriers and assisting in troubleshooting and escalating issues. Job Responsibilities Metric Management • Drive and align the FE Production team on critical reports for Line Management, Inventory Management and Cycle time. • Own and maintain the Global Inventory Metrics, Business processes and Reports. • Consolidate Fab Metrics performance and roll up for executive metrics update. • Partner with sites closely to enable timely communication of fab deviation to plan. • Improvement of efficiency of network Fab metrics consolidation through automation Optimize the Inventory and Line Performance for the FE Network • Able to analyze line performance and provide line direction through concept of Line Management and Inventory Management to meet NPI business plan. • Fluent in the basic concept of weekly wafer starts and wafer outs business process. • Forecast potential roadblocks in NPI inventory management and develop mitigation plans with the site NPI Managers. • Collaborate with Area/Shift Production, Engineering, and IE to continually improve NPI metrics (wafers starts, wafer out, samples delivery, cycle time) • Lead proof-of-concepts and facilitate deployment of BKM reports and automation to improve fab/ probe area efficiency and productivity. • Develop manufacturing science concepts to NPI line management and NPI inventory scheduling. • Participate in the WW SIC forums, facilitate NPI network meetings and sustain/audit existing BKMs and business processes in the network. • Manage, measure, and monitor projects to ensure deliverables and deadlines are met. • Identify and address NPI production line knowledge gaps through production leadership training. • Ensure all group’s training roadmap is maintained. Focus on developing leading-edge skills for pilot line management and preventing isolated skill sets that risk business continuity. • Create an environment of motivation to foster global team member’s engagement to the fullest of their potential. • Promote and model the use of automation, analytical and systematic thinking processes. Supply Chain Management • Maintain open and regular two way communication with Supply Chain teams to understand upcoming Die Mix and Pull-in changes • Liaise and partner with Supply Chain teams to develop plans that support NPI Qual and Sample schedule to meet customer demand. • Ensure alignment between business commitments and fab execution capability. Organizational Capability & Technical Leadership • Serve as technical authority for NPI wafers and cycle time within the global network. • Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership on NPI performance and risks • Influence strategic decisions on technology ramp, CT targets, and operational priorities • Translate technical analysis into clear business impact and actionable recommendations • Mentor and develop engineers, driving capability building and knowledge transfer AI Responsibilities: • Integrates AI-assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness, exercising sound judgment and complying with organizational standards and legal requirements. • Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI-enabled enhancements within one’s scope of work. Job Requirements • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Engineering or Science is required • Minimum 7 years of experience in semiconductor/cycle time, NPI, line management • strong technical knowledge in cycle time, NPI, line management • preferably have experience in line operations and understand how line operates • Strong analytical, logical, and critical thinking skills • Effective communicator, able to collaborate across all levels • Growth mindset with a passion for continuous learning • Demonstrated leadership and a track record of impact are highly desirable • Embody Micron’s core values: • People – Respect, develop, and empower others • Innovation – Drive continuous improvement and breakthrough thinking • Tenacity – Show grit and determination • Collaboration – Build trust and foster teamwork • Customer Focus – Deliver excellence and value • Speed - Act with purpose and set the pace