Senior Reliability Engineer

MACOM; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MACOM in Cork, Ireland, is seeking an Electronic Design Engineer, Principal, to plan, execute and analyze reliability tests for semiconductor technologies (GaN, GaAs) and to qualify new processes in accordance with JEDEC JESD47 and related standards.

You will conduct device characterisation, develop qualification plans, perform accelerated reliability tests, analyze data, and contribute to intern training. Bachelor/Master/PhD level with 4–6 years in reliability preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electronics-related field with 4–6 years’ reliability testing experience.
• Masters degree with 3–4 years' reliability experience (semiconductor quality engineering considered).
• PhD with semiconductor technology experience; new PhD graduates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Carry out qualification of new semiconductor processes and products per JEDEC JESD47 and related standards.
• Conduct hands-on device characterisation, analyse results and communicate conclusions.
• Develop qualification plans including risk analysis and perform accelerated reliability tests.
• Perform data analysis to identify degradation; contribute to training and intern projects.
• Setup and maintain laboratory equipment; support in related duties.

Skills

Lab setup and software

MS Office

LabVIEW

Python

C

Device physics

Statistical analysis

Communication

Organization

RF design (advantageous)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in electronics-related field

Master’s Degree in related field

PhD in semiconductor technologies

Tools

Minitab

JMP

LabVIEW

Job description

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks.

MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers’ success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates.

Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!

The Electronic Design Engineer, Principal will utilize specialized in‑depth knowledge to develop, design, and support broadband high-speed optical/electrical interface products. Will demonstrate conceptual and practical expertise in electronic design challenges and basic knowledge of related disciplines.

Job Description

This position involves the planning, execution, and analysis of reliability tests for semiconductor technologies used at MACOM. These include compound semiconductor technologies (GaN & GaAs), and other semiconductor technologies. Ability to execute multiple concurrent qualification projects and solve complex problems under limited supervision. Must be capable of successfully performing in a demanding, fast-paced environment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• To carry out qualification of new semiconductor processes and products across a range of innovative technologies, in accordance with JEDEC JESD47 and other related standards
• Conduct hands‑on detailed semiconductor device characterisation, analyse and communicate results with clear conclusions
• Conduct reliability assessments and develop qualification plans including risk analysis
• Conduct accelerated evaluations of reliability using temperature, voltage, current & other stresses
• Perform data analysis to identify potential degradation in product performance
• Carry out detailed failure analysis investigations, determine conclusions and propose solutions were appropriate
• Carry out equipment and test set ups in the laboratory and equipment maintenance
• Contribute in the training of interns or other staff members
• Supervise and develop intern practical work projects
• Any and all other duties assigned by your manager

Key Competencies Required

• Experience with setting up and modifying hardware & software in a laboratory environment
• Strong PC skills required (MSWORD, EXCEL, POWERPOINT. etc.); experience with software development for instrumentation control or automated data analysis desired (Labview, Python, C, or equivalent)
• Experience with semiconductor device physics, failure modes, and electrical measurements required, especially as related to compound semiconductor technologies.
• Must be familiar with statistical data analysis; experience with applications such as Minitab and/or JMP preferred
• Problem solving skills - capable of analyzing weakly defined requirements, ultimately defining the issues and developing long and short term solutions
• Candidates must have excellent communication skills and be able to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Well‑practiced organization and planning skills
• Experience with thermal and/or physical simulation a plus
• Experience of RF circuit design advantageous

Minimum Qualifications & Work Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in an electronics‑related field (EE, EET, Physics, Materials Science …) required with 4 to 6 years’ experience, and a good knowledge of reliability testing, and qualification of semiconductor technologies
• or Masters Degree with 3 to 4 years' experience in reliability required (semiconductor quality engineering experience would be considered)
• or PhD with academic / industry experience of semiconductor technologies
• New PhD graduates whose research was primarily on semiconductor technologies are very welcome to apply