Failure Analysis Technician

Lumileds Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumileds Malaysia Sdn Bhd in Bayan Lepas, Penang, seeks a Failure Analysis Technician to support FA Engineers, perform detailed analysis, and maintain the Failure Analysis Lab, including equipment calibration and routine maintenance.

You will work with focused ion beam (FIB) sample preparation and analysis, use SEM/EDX, optical microscopy, and other FA tools to help identify root causes of product issues, and prepare clear reports.

Qualifications

• Shift work with 12-hour day (7:00am–7:00pm) or 8-hour rotating shifts.
• Diploma or equivalent qualification in electrical/electronics or materials science.
• Hands-on experience in failure analysis or analytical lab environment.
• Familiarity with FA tools and techniques such as IV tracing, micro-probing, optical microscopy, EL testing, chemical decapsulation, cross-sectioning, SEM/EDX, and FIB systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on FA support to manufacturing and engineering teams, focusing on FIB sample prep and analysis.
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate FIB systems and other FA equipment.
• Consolidate analysis results and prepare technical/FA reports with findings and root-cause recommendations.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and manage lab consumables to ensure uptime.
• Uphold 6S and maintain lab organization and cleanliness.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.

Skills

Shift work

FIB workflows

Lab maintenance

Team collaboration

Report writing

Education

Technical Diploma in Electrical/Electronics or related field

Associate's/Diploma in Electrical/Material Science

Tools

IV curve tracing

Micro-probing

Optical microscopy

EL testing

Chemical decapsulation

Cross-sectioning

SEM/EDX

FIB systems

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:

Provide hands-on failure analysis (FA) support to manufacturing and engineering development teams, with a focus on focused ion beam (FIB) sample preparation and analysis.

Collaborate with FA Engineers to execute analysis workflows and support thorough investigations into product failures.

Operate, maintain, and perform calibrations on FIB systems and other FA equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

Consolidate analysis results and contribute to the preparation of technical or FA reports, including background, analysis, findings, and potential root cause recommendations.

Perform routine preventive maintenance and manage consumables to ensure equipment uptime and lab efficiency.

Maintain high standards of organization and cleanliness in the Failure Analysis Lab by upholding 6S principles.

Support continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, productivity, and cost efficiency within the FA Lab.

Assist in developing troubleshooting plans to enhance equipment utilization and reduce downtime.

What You Will Bring (RequiredQualifications):

Able to work on Shift hours. This will either be a 12-hour Day Shift (7:00am-7:00pm) Or 8-hour shift on rotation (7:00am-3:00pm / 3:00pm-11:00pm).

Technical Diploma from TAR College, Part 1 Engineering Council, BTEC HND, Government Polytechnic, or equivalent qualification.

Hands-on experience in failure analysis or within an analytical laboratory environment.

Familiarity with failure analysis tools and techniques such as IV curve tracing, micro-probing, optical microscopy, electroluminescence testing, chemical decapsulation, cross-sectioning, SEM/EDX, and focused ion beam (FIB) systems.

Associate's/Diploma

Field of Study

Electrical and Electronics, Material Science Engineering and Physics.

Years of Experience (Minimum)

1 - 3 years

Fresh Graduates are Welcome.

Preferred Qualifications:

Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or Material Science.

Lumileds is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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