Technician 2, Failure Analysis Engineering

Aitomic Jobs; Malaysia; Hybrid; MYR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital is seeking a motivated Failure Analysis Technician in Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia. The role focuses on investigating product failures using Optical Microscope, AFM, OSA and ZYGO to determine defect causes and support solution development for improved reliability.

Strong hands-on skills and teamwork with engineering, quality, and production are essential. Diploma in Engineering and 1–3 years of experience preferred; fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Engineering or related field from a recognized institution.
• 1–3 years of working experience; fresh graduates encouraged.
• Proficient in English; able to document findings and reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed failure analysis using Optical Microscope, AFM, OSA and ZYGO to identify root causes.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to lab safety protocols.

Skills

Failure analysis

Root-cause analysis

Quality assurance

Education

Diploma in Engineering

Tools

Optical Microscope

AFM

OSA

ZYGO

Job description

Short Summary

Technician 2, Failure Analysis Engineering with Western Digital. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Failure Analysis Technician to join our team. Prefer fresh graduate or experience. In this role, you will be responsible for investigating and analyzing product failures using Optical Microscope, Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), OSA and ZYGO to determine failure defect and support the development of solutions…

Key Details

• Position / opportunity: Technician 2, Failure Analysis Engineering
• Organization: Western Digital
• Country / coverage: Malaysia
• Location: Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia
• Work arrangement: On-site
• Opportunity type: Jobs
• Sector: Health
• Compensation: Not specified
• Duration: Not specified
• Start date: 2026-08-17
• Application deadline: Not specified

Description

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Failure Analysis Technician to join our team. Prefer fresh graduate or experience. In this role, you will be responsible for investigating and analyzing product failures using Optical Microscope, Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), OSA and ZYGO to determine failure defect and support the development of solutions that enhance product reliability. Your hands-on skills and technical expertise will play a critical role in our quality assurance processes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform detailed failure analysis on defective materials, components, or products using appropriate analytical tools and techniques to identify root causes and support continuous quality improvement. Interpret results, monitor failure trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions in collaboration with cross-functional teams to prevent recurrence and improve product reliability. Follow all laboratory safety protocols and standard operating procedures, maintain accurate documentation and reporting, and ensure proper handover of analysis status and findings between shifts or team members. Completion of a diploma in Engineering or related field from a recognized institution. Working experience:1-3years, fresh graduates are encouraged to apply PREFERRED Able to manage routine laboratory analysis and urgent/ad-hoc failure cases with minimal supervision, ensuring timely completion of investigations and reports. Capable of working independently to conduct detailed failure investigations while also collaborating effectively with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues. Proficient in written and spoken English to clearly document analysis findings, prepare technical reports, and communicate results and recommendations to cross-functional teams. SKILL Strong technical and analytical skills in conducting failure investigations, including root cause analysis, use of laboratory and analytical equipment and understanding of manufacturing processes and defect mechanisms. Effective organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams, maintain accurate documentation and reports, follow laboratory safety and quality standards, and manage multiple cases within deadlines. WD is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the \" Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal \" poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here . WD thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution. WD is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at…

Responsibilities

• We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Failure Analysis Technician to join our team.
• Prefer fresh graduate or experience.
• In this role, you will be responsible for investigating and analyzing product failures using Optical Microscope, Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), OSA and ZYGO to determine failure defect and support the development of solutions that enhance product reliability.
• Your hands-on skills and technical expertise will play a critical role in our quality assurance processes.
• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform detailed failure analysis on defective materials, components, or products using appropriate analytical tools and techniques to identify root causes and support continuous quality improvement.
• Interpret results, monitor failure trends, and implement corrective and preventive actions in collaboration with cross-functional teams to prevent recurrence and improve product reliability.

Requirements / Eligibility

• d will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related…
• We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above.
• Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.
• We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the \" Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal \" poster.