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.Join Micron Technology as a Staff/Senior Engineer for Automated Material Handling Systems (AMHS), based at Hiroshima plant, where you will serve as the on-site technical anchor while simultaneously leading Global AMHS network initiatives. This role is pivotal in driving KPI improvements, ensuring operational excellence, and establishing scalable best practices across Micron's worldwide fab network.This position bridges site-level execution at Hiroshima plant with global AMHS strategy — accelerating issue resolution, reducing systemic risk, and elevating automation maturity across all high-volume manufacturing (HVM) sites — without increasing headcount at individual sites.Hiroshima Plant Operations & KPI OwnershipAct as the global technical lead for AMHS operational governance across all Micron manufacturing sitesDrive alignment and standardization of wafer transport, storage systems, and carrier purge solutions spanning the networkPartner with site AMHS teams globally for real-time issue resolution and partner concern managementDevelop and deploy global operational response strategies and standardized critical metric frameworksServe as the primary AMHS technical lead stationed at Fab15, owning day-to-day system performance and availabilityDefine, monitor, and drive improvement of AMHS critical metrics, including:Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE)System uptime and reliabilityCarrier purge efficiency (N2/XCDA consumption)Wafer logistics throughput and cycle timeSorter throughput and scheduling efficiencyBWS and NTB availability and utilization ratesVehicle/OHT idle time — monitor and minimize idle dwell time of overhead transport vehicles to improve fleet utilization and responsivenessTo-Tool Delivery Time (TTDT) — track and reduce carrier delivery latency from stocker/buffer to process tool, directly impacting fab cycle timeStorage Utilization & Optimization — analyze stocker, BWS, and NTB occupancy rates to eliminate bottlenecks and ensure optimal lot placement strategiesCross-Fab/Floor Material Flow Optimization — handle inter-bay, inter-floor, and cross-fab transport efficiency to reduce unnecessary moves, congestion, and transport conflictsLead data-driven root cause analysis for recurring or high-impact AMHS eventsDevelop and maintain site-level recovery playbooks and Best Known Methods (BKMs)Equipment KPI and Wafer Logistics Flow OptimizationReview and support equipment capacity modelingAnalyze Fab offload, Probe wafer shipment, and wafer logistics performance data to identify improvement opportunitiesLead Sorter, Bare Wafer Stocker (BWS) with equivalent experience, Near Tool Buffer (NTB) operational health, workload scheduling, and contamination control complianceOptimize purge cycle efficiency, N2/XCDA usage, and system reliabilityDrive system-level optimization across wafer logistics including FOSB, HWS, BHWS, Hybox Packer/Unpacker automation solutionsOptimize NTB utilization to minimize tool starvation and reduce inter-bay transport demandSupport system build reviews, upgrades, and modification projectsSophisticated & Emerging AutomationLead evaluation and deployment of next-generation automation technologies relevant to AMHS and wafer logistics-Auto Packer/Unpacker process.Ensure smooth transition of new technologies into stable production operations at Fab15 and across global sitesGlobal Collaboration & InfluenceCollaborate across Engineering, Operations, Construction, IT, EHS, Procurement, and Supplier teams across regionsInfluence site and network leadership decisions through clear, data-backed technical recommendationsMentor and develop AMHS engineers globally, raising technical depth and operational maturity across the networkSupplier & Program LeadershipOwn technical engagement with global AMHS and automation suppliers, including build support, operations oversight, and roadmap alignmentSupport capital planning, technical scope definition, and major automation programsEnsure supplier solutions meet Micron's requirements for operability, maintainability, and long-term sustainabilityRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree or higher in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field)5–10 years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing, AMHS, or factory automationProven experience leading large-scale, complex automation systems in high-volume manufacturing environmentsStrong systems thinking with demonstrated ability to influence across organizations, geographies, and disciplinesSolid understanding of AMHS KPI frameworks and data-driven continuous improvement methodologiesScripting & Automation Literacy: Proficiency in scripting or programming languages to automate routine reporting, data extraction, KPI dashboards, and operational workflows — reducing manual effort and accelerating insightsStrong Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical topics clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences across all levels of the organization — including engineers, operations leaders, and executive stakeholdersCross-cultural Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively across diverse, multicultural, and geographically distributed teamsAnalytical & Problem-Solving Mindset: Structured, data-driven approach to identifying root causes and driving sustainable corrective actionsInfluence Without Authority: Ability to align and drive decisions across organizations, geographies, and disciplines without direct reporting authoritySelf-directed & Adaptable: Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment with minimal supervisionPreferred QualificationsExperience with global or multi-site engineering governanceDeep knowledge of AMHS systems, AMHS scheduling logic, and semiconductor contamination controlFamiliarity with Sorter, BWS, NTB, N2 purge solutions and wafer logistics automationPrior experience stationed at a high-volume Fab with cross-functional leadership exposureJapanese language proficiency (spoken and/or written) is highly preferred, given close collaboration with Japanese equipment suppliers and fab counterparts in the region (e.g., Shin-Etsu, Murata Machinery/Muratec, Daifuku, etc.)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/careersAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact hrsupport_japan@micron.comMicron 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. 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