Failure Analysis Technician

Lumileds Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumileds Malaysia Sdn Bhd in Penang is seeking a skilled Failure Analysis Technician to support FA Engineers in investigations and testing to meet manufacturing and customer needs.

You will perform hands-on FA, document results, and help manage the FA Lab with calibration and maintenance, while contributing to continuous improvement and CAPA efforts.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years hands-on experience in semiconductor failure analysis or analytical labs.
• Technical diploma or equivalent in electrical/electronic eng or materials science.
• Proficient in FA tools and techniques (various).
• Solid knowledge of semiconductor devices, packaging, and failure mechanisms.
• Able to independently conduct analysis and document findings.
• Experience with equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Familiar with 6S, ESD control, and lab safety standards.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and capable in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on failure analysis to support manufacturing and engineering.
• Collaborate with FA Engineers on complex analyses and root-cause investigations.
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate FA equipment for accuracy.
• Document results and prepare technical reports with findings and hypotheses.
• Lead routine preventive maintenance and manage lab consumables.
• Uphold 6S, safety standards, and lab cleanliness.
• Support training for junior technicians and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to CAPA and cross-functional workflow improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Teamwork

Lab safety knowledge

Education

Technical Diploma or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Materials Science, or related field

Diploma/Associate's in Electrical & Electronics, Materials Science Eng. & Physics

Tools

IV curve tracing

micro-probing

optical microscopy

electroluminescence

decapsulation

polishing

cross-sectioning

X-ray

thermal IR

OBIRCH

PEM

ion milling

CSAM

SEM/EDX

FIB

FTIR

Raman

Job description

Who We Are:
Lumileds International is a global leader in LED technology, innovation, and solutions for the automotive, display, illumination, mobile, and other markets where light sources are essential. Our approximately 3,300 employees operate in over 15 countries to partner with our customers to deliver solutions for lighting, safety, and well-being.

The Lumileds environment is fast-paced, cutting-edge, intelligent and fun! We are looking for exceptional talent to join our team! To learn more, visit lumileds.com.

Who You Are:

We are seeking a skilled Failure Analysis Technician with hands‑on experience in executing failure investigations, operating analytical equipment, and supporting engineering teams in identifying root causes of product issues.

Position Summary:

Lumileds is seeking a highly qualified Failure Analysis Technician to support FA Engineers in conducting failure analysis and product testing to meet manufacturing and customer requirements.

In this role, you will assist in performing detailed analysis, consolidate results into clear and accurate reports, and support the upkeep of the Failure Analysis Lab by overseeing maintenance activities and performing equipment calibration to ensure optimal performance.

What You Will Do:

Independently perform hands‑on Failure Analysis (FA) to support manufacturing and engineering development teams, utilizing a broad range of FA techniques and tools.

Collaborate closely with FA Engineers to execute complex analysis workflows and contribute to in‑depth investigations of product and process‑related failures.

Operate, maintain, and perform routine calibration of various FA equipment to ensure accurate and reliable performance.

Consolidate, interpret, and document analysis results, supporting the preparation of comprehensive technical reports that outline background, methodology, key findings, and potential root cause hypotheses.

Lead routine preventive maintenance tasks and proactively manage consumables to minimize downtime and maintain lab efficiency.

Uphold high standards of lab organization, cleanliness, and compliance with 6S and safety protocols.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing analytical quality, lab productivity, and cost‑effectiveness.

Support training and knowledge‑sharing efforts for junior technicians or new team members.

Assist in the development and implementation of troubleshooting strategies to maximize equipment utilization and reduce analysis turnaround time.

Participate in cross‑functional discussions to improve FA workflows, drive root cause identification, and support corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).

What You Will Bring (RequiredQualifications):

Technical Diploma or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field (e.g., TAR College, BTEC HND, Government Polytechnic).

3–5 years of hands‑on experience in semiconductor failure analysis or an analytical lab environment.

Skilled in FA tools and techniques such as IV curve tracing, micro‑probing, optical microscopy, electroluminescence, decapsulation, polishing, cross‑sectioning, X‑ray, thermal IR, OBIRCH, PEM, ion milling, CSAM, SEM/EDX, and FIB. Experience with FTIR and Raman is a plus.

Solid knowledge of semiconductor devices, packaging, and failure mechanisms.

Able to independently conduct analysis and clearly document findings.

Experienced in equipment maintenance, calibration, and basic troubleshooting.

Familiar with 6S, ESD control, and lab safety standards.

Detail‑oriented, analytical, and effective in a fast‑paced, high‑mix environment.

Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Diploma/Associate's

Electrical and Electronics, Material Science Engineering and Physics.

3 - 5 years

Preferred Qualifications:

Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or Material Science.

Lumileds is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer