Intern - Hardware Product Engineer

Micron Technology - Boise, ID

Full-time - Intern

Boise, ID

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Hardware Product Engineer Intern position at Micron Technology involves evaluating and improving memory module hardware designs. The intern will work closely with engineers to analyze signal integrity, conduct failure analysis, and develop testing methodologies to enhance product performance. This role is crucial for supporting the design and verification of hardware components in the semiconductor industry.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate signal integrity of memory module hardware using PC systems, evaluation/test platforms, and Oscilloscope.
• Provide timely feedback and debug on initial circuit designs.
• Conduct failure analysis on board level designs, PC systems, and platforms used for testing.
• Work closely with Simulation Engineers to develop methods for correlating measurement to initial design simulations.
• Characterize active components such as switching regulators, power management integrated circuits (PMICs), register clock drivers (RCD), thermal sensors, etc.
• Provide hardware design input, including active component selection.
• Develop test methods to measure, characterize, evaluate and quantify active component performance on module designs and evaluation platforms.
• Develop methodology to measure and benchmark module performance on PC systems and module testers.
• Develop methodology/processes/procedures to test components.
• Develop and provide input for continuous improvement of processes and procedures.
• Assist in development and modification of software to enable performance testing.
• Provide schematic and layout knowledge and design for developing verification lab hardware.
• Work closely with component vendors to review plans and reports.
• Attend module design reviews and mentor/share feedback to design leads regarding verification of modules.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with hardware design and testing methodologies.
• Basic understanding of signal integrity and failure analysis.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with simulation tools and software development.
• Knowledge of semiconductor components and their characteristics.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Income protection programs for illness or injury.
• Paid family leave.
• Robust paid time-off program.
• Paid holidays.