Failure Analysis Technician — Semiconductor Devices

onsemi; Seremban; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

onsemi is seeking a Failure Analysis Technician to perform detailed investigations on discrete, analog, and power module products. You will use electrical characterization, cross-sectioning, SEM/EDX, and other FA tools to identify failure mechanisms and provide actionable insights.

You will support Reliability, New Product Development, and Production teams and communicate results clearly in reports and presentations.

Qualifications

• Diploma or associate degree in electronics, materials science, physics, or related technical field.
• 1–3 years of FA or semiconductor lab experience.
• Basic understanding of device structures and failure mechanisms.
• Familiarity with semiconductor failure analysis tools is a plus.
• Willingness to handle hazardous chemicals safely.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and document results.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and physical failure analysis on semiconductor devices to identify failure mechanisms.
• Operate and maintain FA equipment including SEM/EDX, X-ray, curve tracer, and microscopy systems.
• Prepare samples through decap, cross-sectioning, polishing, and deprocessing.
• Document analysis findings in detailed technical reports and present to stakeholders.
• Assist FA engineers in root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Manage sample flow and laboratory logistics for REL, YLD, and customer requests.
• Maintain equipment, consumables, and lab safety standards.

Skills

Electrical failure analysis

Documentation & reporting

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

Diploma or Associate Degree in Electronics, Materials Science, Physics, or related technical field

Tools

SEM/EDX

X-ray

Curve tracer

Optical microscopy

Decapsulation equipment

Job description

onsemi is seeking a Failure Analysis Technician to perform detailed investigations on discrete, analog, and power module products. You will use electrical characterization, cross-sectioning, SEM/EDX, and other FA tools to identify failure mechanisms and provide actionable insights.

You will support Reliability, New Product Development, and Production teams and communicate results clearly in reports and presentations.