Senior Failure Analysis Engineer (Semiconductor Assembly Backend)

ADVANCED ENERGY INDUSTRIES (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD.; Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off starting at 15 days

Parental leave benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

ADVANCED ENERGY INDUSTRIES (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD. is seeking a highly motivated Failure Analysis Engineer with hands-on experience in Semiconductor Assembly Backend Manufacturing to lead investigations and drive CAPA/RCCA to improve quality, reliability, and yield.

This role requires collaboration with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Product Engineering, Reliability, Quality, and Customer teams to resolve complex issues and support continuous improvement initiatives. Based in Penang, Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Semiconductor Eng or related field.
• 6–8 years hands-on Failure Analysis in Semiconductor Assembly Backend Manufacturing.
• Experience RCA, CAPA/RCCA, FMEA, DOE, 8D, Fault Tree Analysis, Reliability Eng.
• Knowledge of QFN, BGA, LGA, and advanced packaging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis on semiconductor devices, assemblies, field returns, and customer failures.
• Conduct detailed RCA and implement CAPA/RCCA.
• Support yield improvement through data analysis and defect characterization.
• Collaborate with multiple teams to resolve product and process issues.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to stakeholders and customers.
• Mentor technicians on troubleshooting and failure analysis methodologies.
• Maintain failure analysis databases and documentation.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

CAPA/RCCA

Statistical analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Electronics/Semiconductor Eng

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Pulse generators

Meters

Power supplies

Special test fixtures

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Failure Analysis Engineer with strong hands-on experience in Semiconductor Assembly Backend Manufacturing to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will lead product, process, and customer failure investigations, perform detailed root cause analysis, and drive corrective and preventive actions to improve product quality, reliability, and manufacturing yield.

This role requires close collaboration with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Product Engineering, Reliability, Quality, and Customer teams to resolve complex technical issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities

Perform failure analysis on semiconductor devices, assemblies, field returns, and customer-reported failures.

Conduct detailed root cause analysis (RCA) and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA/RCCA).

Support yield improvement activities through data analysis, defect characterization, and process improvement initiatives.

Utilize engineering and analytical techniques to identify electrical, mechanical, material, and process-related failure mechanisms.

Collaborate with Process, Manufacturing, Product, Reliability, and Quality teams to resolve product and process issues.

Prepare technical reports and present failure analysis findings to internal stakeholders and customers.

Drive continuous improvement projects related to product quality, reliability, and manufacturing efficiency.

Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and qualification builds.

Work closely with suppliers and subcontractors to investigate quality and reliability issues.

Coordinate and deliver daily Failure Analysis WIP turnaround for daily production fulfillment inclusive of Top-Level Assembly (TLA) and In Source Sub Assembly.

Provide disposition of the defective parts in MRB meeting. Engineering decision for Rework, RTV, Scrap with engineering data support.

Mentor technicians and junior engineers on troubleshooting and failure analysis methodologies.

Maintain accurate failure analysis databases, documentation, and engineering records.

Adhere to organizational requirements on quality management, health and safety, code of conduct, legal stipulations, environmental, 5S policies and general duty of care.

Other duties as assigned.

About you

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Semiconductor Engineering, Materials Engineering, Physics, or related discipline.

Minimum 6 to 8 years of hands-on experience in Failure Analysis within Semiconductor Assembly Backend Manufacturing.

Strong knowledge of semiconductor assembly processes, including Die Attach, Wire Bond, Molding, Singulation, Trim & Form, Plating, and Final Test.

Experience supporting yield improvement, customer complaints, field returns, reliability investigations, and manufacturing quality issues within a semiconductor environment.

Hands‑on experience conducting Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA/RCCA), and failure investigations on semiconductor devices and packages.

Familiarity with semiconductor package technologies such as QFN, BGA, LGA, power packages, or other advanced packaging technologies.

Proficient troubleshooting skills in electronic circuits, semiconductor devices, components, PCBs, and manufacturing processes.

Strong understanding of the physical structure, properties, and behavior of engineering materials to identify failure mechanisms in semiconductor devices, packages, electrical components, PCBs, and assemblies.

Experience using engineering methodologies such as FMEA, DOE, 8D, Fault Tree Analysis, and Reliability Engineering.

Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt certification or equivalent statistical problem-solving methodology is highly preferred.

Knowledge of failure analysis techniques and laboratory equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing environments.

Experience interpreting electrical, mechanical, thermal, and material-related failure modes.

Professional Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present technical findings and recommendations clearly.

Ability to independently manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Strong analytical thinking, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.

Ability to lead cross‑functional investigations involving Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Reliability, and Supplier teams.

Proven ability to mentor technicians and junior engineers on troubleshooting and failure analysis methodologies.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works in a fast‑paced engineering/manufacturing lab environment.

Troubleshoots high voltage power supplies.

Operates sampling and real time oscilloscopes, pulse generators, meters, power supplies, and special test fixtures.

Travel to international locations may be required.

WHY JOIN US

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan.

In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In Malaysia., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:

• Medical - health care plan, dental, and vision.
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Executive Employee Health Screening package.
• Generous paid time off starting at 15 days and 19 public holidays.
• 98 days of paid maternity leave for Moms and 7 days of paid paternity leave for Dads.
• AE Child-Of-Employee Scholarship Program.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Career Growth and Learning Opportunity.

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We design and manufacture highly-engineered precision power, measurement, and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. Our power solutions enable innovation in complex semiconductor and thin film plasma processes, high and low voltage applications, and temperature‑critical environments. From the multiple screens you use daily, to life‑saving medical equipment and techniques, our products and solutions enable their development and advancement.

With deep applications know‑how and responsive service and support, we build collaborative customer partnerships. Our solutions anticipate evolving industry developments, propel growth, and power the future of technology.

Advanced Energy shapes and transforms how power is used, delivered, and managed by some of the world’s leading semiconductor and industrial manufacturers.

We design and manufacture highly-engineered precision power, measurement, and control solutions for mission‑critical applications and processes. Our power solutions enable innovation in complex semiconductor and thin film plasma processes, high and low voltage applications, and temperature‑critical environments. From the multiple screens you use daily, to life‑saving medical equipment and techniques, our products and solutions enable their development and advancement.

With deep applications know‑how and responsive service and support, we build collaborative customer partnerships. Our solutions anticipate evolving industry developments, propel growth, and power the future of technology.