Failure Analysis Technician I

Advanced Energy Management Limited; Philippines; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. seeks a Failure Analysis Engineer to review CFA requests, interpret schematics, and plan FA steps. You will perform detailed analyses to locate root causes, generate reports, and drive corrective actions across QA, design, and operations teams.

You will use X-ray, SEM-EDX, FTIR and other FA tools, collaborate with suppliers, and build a knowledge base for continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Associates or B.S. in engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of semiconductor failure analysis experience.
• Knowledge of semiconductor process, assembly and reliability testing.
• Hands-on lab experience with FA equipment (oscilloscope, curve tracer, multimeter, parametric analyzers).
• Familiarity with FA tools: X-ray, SEM-EDX, FTIR, CSAM, cross-section machines, microscopes.

Responsibilities

• Review CFA requests, interpret drawings and specifications, plan Failure Analysis steps.
• Perform failure analysis to locate root cause of failures.
• Generate detailed FA reports and provide actionable feedback for corrective actions.
• Use varied FA methods and equipment.
• Collaborate with QA, PSG, Design Engineering, Operations and suppliers.
• Participate in problem solving and early investigations to prevent issues.
• Build knowledge base from lessons learned and continuously improve FA techniques.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards related to failure analysis.
• Coordinate with suppliers to validate root cause analyses and improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal/written communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate’s degree or BS degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscope

Curve tracer

Multimeter

Parametric analyzers

X-ray

SEM-EDX

FTIR

CSAM

Cross-section machines

Microscopes

MS Excel

Job description

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About Advanced Energy

Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEIS), enables design breakthroughs and drives growth for leading semiconductor and industrial customers. Our precision power and control technologies, along with our applications know-how, inspire close partnerships and innovation in thin-film and industrial manufacturing. We are proud of our rich heritage, award-winning technologies, and we value the talents and contributions of all Advanced Energy's employees worldwide.

Responsibilities

Day-to day responsibilities include but not limited to,

• Review the CFA request, read and interpret technical drawings and specifications, circuit schematics and lay-outs, and plan for the details of Failure Analysis step/procedures
• Perform failure analysis on electronic components to identify the failure location androot cause.
• Generate detailed FA reports for root cause identification, meeting customer requirements and cycle time targets. Provide actionable feedback to resolve failure causes and drive corrective actions.
• Utilize various failure analysis methods and techniques using different kinds of FA equipment.
• Collaborate with QA, PSG, Design Engineering, Operations, and suppliers to classify unknown defects and assess reliability risks.
• Participate in problem-solving and early-stage investigations to prevent potential issues and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Establish a knowledge base for lessons learned to support ongoing improvement initiatives.
• Develop and improve failure analysis techniques and methodologies for each component.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations related to failure analysis.
• Conduct supplier visits if necessary to validate root cause analysis and quality improvement actions.
• Have close coordination with suppliers to resolve problems related to application and develop applicable reliability test method on new type or technology of component.

Qualifications

• With Associate’s degree or BS degree in engineering or related field
• 3–5-year experience in semiconductor Failure Analysis
• Knowledge and experience of semiconductor process, assembly and reliability testing
• Hands-on lab experience using test equipment such as oscilloscope, curve tracer, multi-meter, parametric analyzers
• Familiarity with FA tools such as X-ray, SEM-EDX, FTIR, CSAM, cross-section machines, low and high-power microscopes and other related electrical test equipment.
• Proficient with MS Office, particularly with MS Excel software
• Ability to successfully develop and present reports/presentations
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to successfully communicate with individuals at all levels of the business and demonstrates strong interpersonal skills
• Utilizes a proactive and persistent approach and demonstrates a sense of urgencyAbility to handle multi tasks simultaneously and efficiently
• Ability to complete work in a timely manner and prioritize jobs in accordance with requirement and work in shift schedule.

As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees in order 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, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate.
Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
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