Senior Laboratory Analysis Specialist

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.; Sicilia; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Financial support programs

Global and local opportunities

Job summary

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. in Italy seeks a Senior Laboratory Specialist focused on advanced non-destructive analysis for power semiconductor devices and modules.

The role emphasizes SiC and GaN technologies, supporting R&D activities, reliability studies, and prototype evaluations in laboratory settings. You will perform SAM, X-Ray inspections, microscopy, and cross-section analysis, collaborating with cross-functional teams and international partners to drive technology characterization and

Qualifications

• More than 20 years of experience in semiconductor analytical laboratories.
• Expertise in SAM analysis, 2D X-Ray and 3D X-Ray inspection.
• Experience with advanced fault isolation techniques (Thermos, PHEMOS, OBIRCH).
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced non-destructive analysis on semiconductor devices and power modules.
• Support R&D for SiC and GaN power package development.
• Execute SAM inspections and interpret defect signatures.
• Perform 2D and 3D X-Ray inspections for package analysis.
• Support defect localization and investigations.
• Operate chemical hoods and chemical treatments for preparation.
• Support metallographic sample preparation and cross-section analysis.
• Perform optical and digital microscopy inspections.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, reliability and quality teams.
• Support prototype evaluations and technology characterization.
• Contribute to lab process optimization and continuous improvement.

Skills

SAM analysis

2D X-Ray

3D X-Ray

Fault isolation

Thermos

PHEMOS

OBIRCH

Optical microscopy

Digital microscopy

Metallographic prep

Education

Technical degree

Job description

We are seeking great talent to help us build The DNA of tech.®

Vishay manufactures one of the world's largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. We help the world's most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world, though you likely do not know it. Come join us and help us build The DNA of tech.™

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH). Learn more at www.Vishay.com. Do you want to help us build the DNA of tech.? Vishay Italy is currently seeking applicants for Senior Laboratory Specialist – Advanced Non-Destructive Analysis.

We are looking for a highly skilled Laboratory Specialist with extensive experience in advanced non-destructive analysis and fault isolation techniques for power semiconductor devices and power modules. The ideal candidate has more than 20 years of experience in semiconductor analytical laboratories, with recognized expertise in SAM, X-Ray inspection, and advanced fault isolation methodologies. The role is focused on supporting R&D activities for package and power module development, with particular attention to SiC and GaN technologies. The candidate will support advanced analytical investigations, technology characterization, reliability activities, and prototype evaluations within laboratory and R&D environments.

Job Location

Vishay Semiconductor Italiana spa is site focused on the design, development and production of power diodes and power modules. There are around 300 employees currently work in North Italy. This number is constantly increasing due to our expansion plans, including CATANIA.

What You Will Be Doing

• Perform advanced non-destructive analysis activities on semiconductor devices and power modules.
• Support R&D activities related to power package and module development for SiC and GaN technologies.
• Execute advanced SAM (Scanning Acoustic Microscopy) inspections and interpretation of complex defect signatures.
• Perform 2D and 3D X-Ray inspections for package and assembly analysis.
• Support defect localization and analytical investigations on semiconductor devices and power modules.
• Operate chemical hoods and perform acid-based chemical treatments for material removal and analytical preparation.
• Support metallographic sample preparation and cross-section analysis activities.
• Perform optical and digital microscopy inspections.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, reliability, and quality teams during analytical investigations.
• Support prototype evaluation, qualification analysis, and technology characterization activities.
• Contribute to laboratory process optimization and continuous improvement activities.

What You Will Bring Along

• More than 20 years of experience in semiconductor analytical laboratories.
• Technical diploma or degree in a relevant technical field.
• Extensive expertise in:
  • SAM analysis,
  • 2D X-Ray inspection,
  • 3D X-Ray inspection.
• Good experience in advanced fault isolation techniques, including:
  • Thermos,
  • PHEMOS,
  • OBIRCH.
• Experience with chemical laboratory activities and acid etching processes.
• Good knowledge of:
  • optical microscopy,
  • digital microscopy,
  • metallographic cross-section preparation.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor package structures and power module technologies.
• Familiarity with Si, SiC, and GaN power semiconductor technologies.
• Strong practical laboratory capability and troubleshooting attitude.
• Experience in automotive or industrial power electronics sectors.
• Familiarity with reliability and qualification investigations.
• Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving attitude.
• Ability to work autonomously on complex laboratory activities.
• Experience working in cross-functional and international environments.
• High attention to detail and strong laboratory discipline.

What Can We Offer You For Your Talent

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally.

Do you have the skills we need? Are you ready to power your career as you power the world?

Vishay committed to a workplace free of harassment and unlawful discrimination. We do not engage in discrimination or harassment based on race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, union membership, covered veteran status, protected genetic information or marital status in hiring and employment practices.