TECHNICIAN 3, FAILURE ANALYSIS

onsemi; Seremban; On-site; MYR 33,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

onsemi’s Failure Analysis Lab in Malaysia seeks an Equipment Technician to maintain and troubleshoot FA lab gear, ensuring reliability and safety. You will support calibration, setup, and continuous improvement in a shift-based environment, collaborating with engineers and analysts to minimize downtime.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, safety adherence, and data documentation, with opportunities to learn new techniques and contribute to a smarter, safer lab workspace.

Qualifications

• Diploma or associate degree in Electronics & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Basic understanding of machine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting/repair.
• Willingness to work with delicate samples and hazardous materials under controlled procedures.
• Interest in laboratory work and eagerness to learn new techniques and technologies.
• Able to work in a shift-based schedule, including weekends/holidays when required.
• Good communication skills and data-analysis awareness are valued.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on equipment.
• Assist in equipment installation and setup under engineer's supervision.
• Maintain tools, spare parts inventory and ensure proper documentation of work performed.
• Adhere to safety protocols and report hazards immediately.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and provide feedback on equipment performance.
• Assist in implementing and monitoring ESD control measures in work areas.
• Perform routine checks and maintenance of ESD protection systems (e.g., wrist straps, mats, grounding).
• Support instrument calibration activities, including preparation, handling, and documentation.
• Coordinate with engineers and external service providers for calibration tasks when required.
• Monitor and record daily and weekly recordable data to track equipment performance and reliability.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Shift work

Coding basics

Power BI basics

Education

Diploma or associate degree in Electronics & Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Power BI basics

Job description

Job Description

The Failure Analysis Equipment Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting failure analysis laboratory equipment to ensure reliable operation and minimal downtime. This role supports continuous FA activities by ensuring equipment readiness, safety compliance, and effective collaboration with engineers and analysts in a shift-based laboratory environment.

Job Description

The Failure Analysis Equipment Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting failure analysis laboratory equipment to ensure reliable operation and minimal downtime. This role supports continuous FA activities by ensuring equipment readiness, safety compliance, and effective collaboration with engineers and analysts in a shift-based laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on equipment.
• Assist in equipment installation and setup under engineer's supervision.
• Maintain tools, spare parts inventory and ensure proper documentation of work performed.
• Adhere to safety protocols and report hazards immediately.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and provide feedback on equipment performance.
• Assist in implementing and monitoring ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) control measures in work areas.
• Perform routine checks and maintenance of ESD protection systems (e.g., wrist straps, mats, grounding).
• Support instrument calibration activities, including preparation, handling, and documentation.
• Coordinate with engineers and external service providers for calibration tasks when required.
• Monitor and record daily and weekly recordable data to track equipment performance and reliability.

Qualifications

• Diploma or associate degree in Electronics & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Basic understanding of machine preventive maintenance and equipment troubleshooting/repair.
• Willingness to work with delicate samples and hazardous materials under strictly controlled procedures.
• Keen interest in working in a laboratory environment and openness to learning new techniques and technologies.
• Able and willing to work in a shift-based schedule, including weekends or holidays as required.
• Good communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic coding and Power BI is a value-added advantage, particularly for data analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About Us

onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends such as vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world.

More details about our company benefits can be found here:

https://www.onsemi.com/careers/career-benefits

About The Team

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