FA Senior Technician

Renesas Electronics; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics in Penang is seeking a Senior Failure Analysis Technician to support electrical verification, fault isolation, and physical analysis of semiconductor products. You will work with Failure Analysis Engineers to perform diagnostic testing, sample preparation, and advanced analysis techniques to identify defects and aid root cause investigations.

The role requires hands-on experience with FA equipment (PEM, OBIRCH, Thermal IR Imaging, FESEM, X-ray, etc.) and a proven track record

Qualifications

• Diploma/Advanced Diploma or Bachelor in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Technology or Physics.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience in semiconductor failure analysis or related roles.
• Experience in electrical verification and fault isolation; physical analysis at package/die levels.
• Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing, assembly and test backend processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering instructions, schematics and FA procedures.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis of devices based on test plans for root cause investigations.
• Operate and maintain FA equipment such as PEM, OBIRCH, Thermal IR Imaging, FESEM, X-ray, and others.
• Coordinate with test subcontractors to ensure ATE results are updated on time.
• Ensure compliance with lab procedures, safety requirements, and maintain audit-ready records.
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibration checks for FA equipment.

Skills

Electrical verification

Fault isolation

Semiconductor failure analysis

Documentation and reporting

Education

Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Bachelor in Electronics Engineering

Tools

PEM

OBIRCH

Thermal IR Imaging

FESEM

X-ray

Curve tracer/parametric analyzer

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and hands‑on Senior Failure Analysis Technician to support electrical verification, fault isolation, and physical analysis activities for semiconductor products. The successful candidate will work closely with Failure Analysis Engineers to perform diagnostic testing, sample preparation, and advanced analysis techniques to identify product defects and support root cause investigations. Candidates with experience in advanced semiconductor technologies and AI-related products are highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis of failing devices based on defined test plans in conducting root cause investigations.
• Operate and maintain FA equipment such as: PEM, OBIRCH, Thermal IR Imaging, TDR, FESEM, TDR, Laser & acid decap, X‑ray, Inspection Systems, Curve tracing & parametric Analyzer.
• Coordinate and follow‑up with test subcon to ensure ATE results are updated in time.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory procedures, equipment SOP, safety requirements, equipment operating standards and maintain accurate records for auditing.
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibration checks for FA equipment when required.

Qualifications

• Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree in: Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Technology or Physics.
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in semiconductor failure analysis, laboratory operations, or related technical roles.
• Practical experience in electrical verification and fault isolation techniques; physical analysis on package and die levels and semiconductor device handling.
• Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing, assembly and test backend processes.
• Ability to interpret engineering instructions, schematics, and FA procedures.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Good documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose “To Make Our Lives Easier.” As the industry’s leading expert in embedded processing with unmatched quality and system‑level know‑how, we have evolved to provide scalable and comprehensive semiconductor solutions for automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT industries based on the broadest product portfolio, including High Performance Computing, Embedded Processing, Analog & Connectivity, and Power.

With a diverse team of over 21,000 professionals in more than 30 countries, we continue to expand our boundaries to offer enhanced user experiences through digitalization and usher into a new era of innovation. We design and develop sustainable, power‑efficient solutions today that help people and communities thrive tomorrow, “To Make Our Lives Easier.”

At Renesas, you can:

• Launch and advance your career in technical and business roles across four Product Groups and various corporate functions. You will have the opportunities to explore our hardware and software capabilities and try new things.
• Make a real impact by developing innovative products and solutions to meet our global customers’ evolving needs and help make people’s lives easier, safe and secure.
• Maximize your performance and wellbeing in our flexible and inclusive work environment. Our people‑first culture and global support system, including the remote work option and Employee Resource Groups, will help you excel from the first day.

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.