Senior Failure Analysis Engineer

Poet Technologies Pte Ltd; Penang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Poet Technologies Pte Ltd in Penang is seeking a seasoned Failure Analysis Engineer to advance semiconductor FA capabilities. You will lead complex analyses using SEM, EDX, FIB and related tools, interpret results, and generate actionable reports for customers and cross-functional teams.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s or higher in a related science and 5–8 years in semiconductor FA labs, with strong knowledge of microelectronics, SI processing, and ISO quality systems.

Qualifications

• At least Bachelor or above in Material Science, Physics, analytical Chemistry, or related science.
• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in Semiconductor Failure Analysis, Wafer Fab, or IC Failure Analysis Laboratory.
• Strong knowledge of failure analysis techniques, microelectronics, semiconductor devices, and SI processing.
• Demonstrated ability to independently perform and interpret SEM, EDX, FIB, Ion Mill, and Mechanical Cross-section analysis.
• Experience in root cause investigation, failure characterization, and technical report generation.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical subject matter expert in failure analysis activities.
• Perform complex failure analysis using SEM, EDX, FIB, Ion Mill, de-processing, mechanical cross-sectioning, high-power microscopy, and bench testing.
• Lead critical engineering evaluations, root cause investigations, and corrective action recommendations.
• Interpret analytical results and prepare FA reports for customers, management, and cross-functional teams.
• Drive continuous improvement of failure analysis methodologies, procedures, and laboratory capabilities.
• Own and maintain FA laboratory equipment, including calibration, troubleshooting, and capability enhancement.
• Liaise with external FA and testing laboratories for specialized analysis not available internally.
• Collaborate with Process, Product, Reliability, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to resolve product and process-related failures.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Associate Engineers and Engineers on FA techniques and best practices.
• Support customer escalations and reliability investigations with timely technical analysis and recommendations.

Skills

Failure analysis expertise

Root cause investigation

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in related science

Tools

SEM

EDX

FIB

Ion Mill

Mechanical cross-sectioning

High-power microscopy

Bench testing

Job description

To support in the performance of Engineering functions such as conducting failure analysis using available FA tools, as well as performing quality inspections.

Key responsibilities

Serve as a technical subject matter expert in failure analysis activities

Perform complex failure analysis using SEM, EDX, FIB, Ion Mill, de-processing, mechanical cross-sectioning, high-power microscopy, and bench testing

Lead critical engineering evaluations, root cause investigations, and corrective action recommendations

Interpret analytical results and prepare comprehensive FA reports for customers, management, and cross-functional teams

Drive continuous improvement of failure analysis methodologies, procedures, and laboratory capabilities

Own and maintain FA laboratory equipment, including calibration, troubleshooting, and capability enhancement

Liaise with external FA and testing laboratories for specialized analysis not available internally

Collaborate with Process, Product, Reliability, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to resolve product and process-related failures

Mentor and provide technical guidance to Associate Engineers and Engineers on FA techniques and best practices

Support customer escalations and reliability investigations with timely technical analysis and recommendations

About you

At least Bachelor or above in Material Science, Physics, analytical Chemistry, or related science

Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in Semiconductor Failure Analysis, Wafer Fab, or IC Failure Analysis Laboratory

Strong knowledge of failure analysis techniques, microelectronics, semiconductor devices, and SI processing

Demonstrated ability to independently perform and interpret SEM, EDX, FIB, Ion Mill, and Mechanical Cross-section analysis

Experience in root cause investigation, failure characterization, and technical report generation

Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality management systems