Senior Staff Reliability Engineer

Semtech; Burlington; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Staff Reliability Engineer to lead the reliability qualification of innovative semiconductor products. In this role, you will leverage your extensive experience to analyze reliability data, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure the highest standards of quality and safety in product development. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while contributing to the development of advanced products from definition to production. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in semiconductor reliability engineering with qualification plans.
• Experience in Failure Analysis and reliability data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Reliability Qualification of new products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address reliability failures.

Skills

Reliability Engineering

Data Analysis

Failure Analysis

Technical Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Physics

Master's or PhD in relevant field

Tools

Reliability Testing Equipment

Statistical Analysis Software

Job description

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Location: Burlington or Ottawa, ON

Job Summary

Senior Staff Reliability Engineer with proven experience and a track record of bringing NPI and advanced products through the development process from definition to production release. This includes all quality, functional safety, and qualification-related analysis and documentation.

Responsibilities

1. Plan and execute Reliability Qualification of new products, processes, and customer requests. Analyze reliability data and create formal reports.
2. Collaborate with Design, Product, Test, and Failure Analysis engineering teams to understand and address reliability qualification failures. Provide recommendations based on cross-functional assessments.
3. Predict product reliability levels and perform lifetime calculations based on stress test results, ongoing reliability monitoring data, and failure mechanisms.
4. Work with Design and Test Engineering teams and external vendors to design and manufacture HTOL and HAST boards for reliability qualifications.
5. Assist QA, Manufacturing Engineers, and Operations in disposition of manufacturing lots held due to reliability issues.
6. Review industry standards (JEDEC, AEC, ESDA, IPC, etc.) for updates impacting reliability qualification stress conditions.
7. Respond to customer inquiries regarding qualification data, FIT rates, and other reliability-related information.
8. Participate in NPI meetings requiring reliability engineering input to ensure delivery of reliability commitments.
9. Prepare technical reports, summarize findings, and recommend solutions. Assist in selecting and setting up specialized test equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics, Electrical, or Electronics Engineering. Master’s or PhD is a plus.
2. At least 5 years of experience in semiconductor reliability engineering, including drafting qualification plans/reports and lifetime calculations.
3. Additional experience in Failure Analysis, Test/Product Engineering, Quality, Design/Validation/Characterization, Applications, or Wafer Fabrication is advantageous.

The job description covers major duties and responsibilities. Incumbents may perform other related tasks as needed. All duties are essential and subject to modification for reasonable accommodation.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Semiconductor Manufacturing