Failure Analysis Engineer

Silicon level Failure Analysis Engineer to perform device level failure analysis to support RMA and customer issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform fault isolation and defect analysis/characterization on power IC’s to identify root causes of product failures in power supply applications and/or in production test.
• Provide comprehensive technical reports to customers on findings from product failure investigations.
• Provide corrective actions to internal and external customers based on the results of the analysis.
• Effective verbal and written communication of results to drive improvements in product design, process technology, and applications, including writing cogent and convincing technical reports suitable for external customers.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• In-depth understanding of both digital and analog circuits, device physics, and IC fabrication processes.
• Ability to interpret IC ATE test data log, system level schematics, IC level schematics, and IC layout of CMOS and bipolar devices.
• Good technical writing skills.
• Hands-on skills in performing electrical fault isolation and defect characterization using tools and techniques such as:
  • ATE, curve trace, nano/micro-probing
  • OBIRCH/EMMI microscopy, liquid crystal, CSAM, XRAY
  • FIB, SEM/EDX
  • Manual cross-sectioning and deprocessing techniques (parallel-polishing and wet chemical etch)

Preferences will be given to candidates with a thorough understanding of analog, mixed-signal, or power semiconductor operational characteristics and the ability to apply fault isolation techniques at chip level as well as PCB at power supply system level.

Qualifications

BS in Electronic Engineering or equivalent discipline is required; MSEE preferred.

Pay

The annual base pay range for this position is $76,854 - $121,153. Ranges are determined by role, level, qualifications, and work location. Individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards package including equity and medical benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• 401K retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Time off programs.