Engineer, Failure Analysis

POET TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

POET Technologies PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking a Failure Analysis Engineer to support semiconductor FA activities, identify failure mechanisms, and drive quality improvements.

You will perform analyses, prepare technical reports, and work with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include using FA tools such as SEM, EDX, FIB, and Ion Milling, maintaining lab equipment, and coordinating with external laboratories to ensure safety, compliance, and continuous improvement of laboratory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 2–4 years of experience in Semiconductor Failure Analysis, Wafer Fab, or a related environment.
• Knowledge of semiconductor devices and failure analysis techniques.
• Hands-on experience with FA tools such as SEM, EDX, FIB, Ion Milling, or mechanical cross-sectioning.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis using FA tools to identify failure mechanisms.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Analyze results and prepare technical reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain and calibrate FA laboratory equipment.
• Coordinate with external laboratories for specialized testing.
• Support continuous improvement of laboratory operations.
• Ensure safety and quality management compliance.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Skills

Analytical

Problem solving

Report writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

Materials Science

Physics

Chemistry

Electrical Engineering

Semiconductor Engineering

Related discipline

Tools

SEM

EDX

FIB

Ion milling

Cross-sectioning

Job description

Position Overview

Support failure analysis activities for semiconductor products by identifying failure mechanisms, conducting root cause investigations, and supporting quality and reliability improvements.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis using tools such as SEM, EDX, FIB, Ion Mill, and mechanical cross-sectioning.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for product and process issues.
• Analyze results and prepare technical reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues.
• Assist in maintaining and calibrating FA laboratory equipment.
• Coordinate with external laboratories for specialized testing when required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and laboratory operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality management requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 2-4 years of experience in Semiconductor Failure Analysis, Wafer Fab, or a related environment.
• Knowledge of semiconductor devices and failure analysis techniques.
• Hands-on experience with one or more FA tools such as SEM, EDX, FIB, Ion Mill, or mechanical cross-sectioning.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report‑writing skills
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards is an advantage.