Micron Choose Bechtel as Construction Partner
Micron Selects Bechtel to Lead EPC Delivery of New York Megafab as Semiconductor Expansion Accelerates
Micron Technology has selected Bechtel as its engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) partner for the first phase of its landmark semiconductor manufacturing complex in Clay, New York — a project expected to become the largest semiconductor manufacturing facility in the United States.
The partnership marks a major milestone in the development of Micron’s advanced memory manufacturing campus at the White Pine Commerce Park in Onondaga County. Bechtel will immediately begin mobilizing its teams and rapidly expand its presence on site as construction moves into its next phase.
Micron broke ground on the first New York fabrication facility in January 2026, and the company says progress has advanced significantly as it transitions into full-scale construction execution. The project represents the largest private-sector investment in New York State history and is expected to generate significant long-term economic benefits, including an estimated $16.7 billion in annual economic output and approximately $5.4 billion in annual personal income impact over the next three decades.
The semiconductor campus is projected to create approximately 50,000 jobs, including more than 4,500 construction positions, supporting skilled trades, engineering professionals, suppliers, contractors and local businesses throughout the region.
At peak construction, the project will require thousands of skilled craft workers, creating opportunities for electricians, mechanical specialists, construction professionals, apprentices and specialty contractors. Micron and Bechtel plan to work with local communities, training providers and suppliers to strengthen the regional workforce pipeline and ensure New York businesses can participate in the project’s supply chain.
“New York will become home to the most advanced memory manufacturing in the world and serve as a cornerstone of America’s leadership in the AI era,” said Manish Bhatia, executive vice president of Global Operations at Micron. “A project of this scale is only possible through strong partnerships, and we are pleased to work with Bechtel to combine global expertise with local execution.”
The Clay megafab is central to Micron’s broader strategy to expand domestic semiconductor production and strengthen the United States’ technology supply chain. As demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure, high-performance computing and advanced electronics continues to grow, memory manufacturing has become increasingly important to national competitiveness.
Craig Albert, president and chief operating officer of Bechtel, said the project represents more than a construction effort.
“This is part of the foundation of America’s industrial future,” Albert said. “Micron is making a generational investment in U.S. manufacturing, and Bechtel is bringing world-class delivery capabilities to support long-term technology leadership and economic growth.”
Building One of the World’s Most Advanced Manufacturing Facilities
Semiconductor fabrication plants are among the most complex industrial projects to design and construct. Unlike conventional manufacturing facilities, fabs require highly controlled environments where temperature, vibration, air quality and contamination levels must be precisely managed.
The Micron facility will require advanced cleanroom systems, ultra-high-purity process infrastructure, sophisticated electrical networks, specialized manufacturing equipment integration and precision-controlled foundations.
Bechtel will apply its integrated EPC approach, combining advanced engineering capabilities, procurement expertise, digital construction tools, modular construction techniques and comprehensive project controls to support schedule certainty and operational readiness.
The company’s role will include coordinating complex construction activities while preparing the facility for the installation of highly advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
Supporting America’s Semiconductor Future
The project is part of a broader movement to rebuild domestic semiconductor capacity and reduce reliance on overseas manufacturing networks. The expansion of U.S.-based chip production has accelerated as artificial intelligence, data centers and advanced computing systems drive unprecedented demand for memory and logic technologies.
Micron’s New York investment is expected to strengthen the regional economy by supporting thousands of direct and indirect jobs. For every direct Micron position created, the company estimates that nearly six additional jobs could be generated across the wider economy.
The Clay campus will also contribute to the growth of a semiconductor ecosystem in Upstate New York, attracting suppliers, technology companies, research partners and skilled workers.
With Bechtel now joining the project team, Micron’s New York megafab moves into a critical stage of development — bringing the company closer to its goal of creating a world-class advanced memory manufacturing hub in the United States.
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