Senior Engineer Failure Analysis

Infineon Technologies; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies in Malaysia seeks a driven Failure Analysis Engineer to analyze semiconductor components and modules, identify root causes, and deliver technical reports that support quality, reliability, and technology development.

You will work with advanced FA equipment in a dynamic manufacturing environment, develop procedures, train technicians, and drive continuous improvement in lab operations while upholding safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Degree-level education in electronics or applied science with emphasis on semiconductor physics.
• Experience in failure analysis and fault localization techniques.
• Ability to read system-level and IC schematics and layouts.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis on semiconductor components and modules from production and customer returns.
• Operate and maintain failure analysis equipment and test fixtures.
• Develop, review, and update failure analysis procedures and instructions.
• Explore and implement new failure analysis techniques and technologies.
• Provide technical guidance and training on failure analysis methods.
• Drive continuous improvement in quality, defect analysis, and lab operations.
• Support ESH compliance and safe laboratory practices.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions.
• Present findings and innovations in internal forums and conferences.

Skills

Digital & analog circuit knowledge

MOSFET/SiC device physics

Interpretation of schematics and IC布局

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical & Electronics Engineering or Applied Science

Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering with 3 years experience

Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated Failure Analysis Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing semiconductor components and modules from production and customer returns to identify root causes of failures and provide comprehensive technical reports. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to support product quality, reliability improvement, and technology development.

This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced failure analysis equipment and state-of-the-art semiconductor technologies in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Your role

Key responsibilities in your new role

• Perform failure analysis on semiconductor components and modules from production and customer returns, ensuring timely completion and accurate reporting.
• Operate and maintain failure analysis equipment and test fixtures to ensure optimal performance and availability.
• Develop, review, and update failure analysis procedures, machine operating instructions, and work instructions.
• Explore and implement new failure analysis techniques, methodologies, and technologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide technical guidance and training to engineers, technicians, and laboratory personnel on failure analysis methods and equipment operation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, defect analysis, productivity, and laboratory operations.
• Support Environmental, Safety, and Health (ESH) compliance and ensure safe laboratory practices are maintained.
• Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification, and implement corrective and preventive actions where required.
• Present technical findings, best practices, and innovations in internal forums, technical workshops, conferences, and industry symposiums.

Your profile

Qualifications And Skills To Help You Succeed

• A Degree, Master's Degree, or PhD in Electrical & Electronics Engineering or Applied Science, majoring in Physics, Chemistry, or Materials Science
• A Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering with 3 years of related working experience
• Strong knowledge of digital and analog circuit operation, with a solid understanding of MOSFET/SiC device physics and semiconductor fabrication processes
• Ability to interpret system-level schematics, IC schematics, and CMOS or bipolar IC layouts
• Experience with a wide variety of failure analysis and fault localization techniques

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