Failure analysis Development Engineer (Shift role)

Advanced Micro Devices; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD in Singapore is seeking a Failure Analysis Engineer to focus on advanced microprocessors and graphics processors (3nm FINFET and below). You will perform transistor nano-probing, electrical characterization using AFM, Electron Microscopy and materials analysis, and prepare high-quality TEM lamellae with focused ion beam techniques.

We value a B.Eng in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics or Materials Engineering and a strong background in wafer processing and materials characterization.

Qualifications

• B.Eng in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Materials Engineering or related field.
• Fundamental understanding of device physics.
• Strong background in semiconductor wafer processing and materials characterization.
• Experience mentoring or managing junior engineers is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Focus on failure analysis of 3nm FINFET and below processors and graphics processors.
• Perform transistor nano-probing and electrical characterization using AFM, Electron Microscopy and materials analysis.
• Prepare site-specific TEM lamellae using focused ion beam techniques for structural, material, interface, and defect characterization.
• Conduct plasma FIB sample preparation and yield failure analysis on advanced products.
• Prepare high-quality samples for SoIC and heterogeneous integration.
• Follow laboratory safety, EHS, operating procedures, and quality requirements, particularly when operating high-energy beam systems and handling chemicals.
• Support continuous improvement and automation initiatives to increase sample-preparation success rate, throughput, tool utilization, and turnaround time.
• Support continuous improvement and automation initiatives to increase sample-preparation success rate, throughput, tool utilization, and turnaround time.

Skills

Device physics

Semiconductor wafer processing

Materials characterization

Tool troubleshooting

Fabless/wafer fab experience

Education

B.Eng in Electrical Engineering; Microelectronics; Materials Engineering

Tools

Focused Ion Beam (FIB)

AFM

Electron Microscopy

TEM sample preparation

Job description

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The position focuses on the failure analysis of advanced microprocessors and graphics processors based on 3nm FINFET and below technologies.
• Perform comprehensive failure analysis including transistor nano-probing, electrical characterization using AFM, Electron Microscopy and Material Analysis.
• Perform advanced sample preparation for SoIC and other heterogeneous integration products, including planar, cross-sectional and site-specific preparation
• Prepare high-quality site-specific TEM lamellae using focused ion beam techniques for structural, material, interface, and defect characterization
• Conduct plasma FIB sample preparation and yield failure analysis on advanced products, including large-volume material removal, defect localization, cross-sectioning, and preparation for downstream analytical techniques
• Follow laboratory safety, EHS, operating procedures, and quality requirements, particularly when operating high-energy beam systems and handling chemicals during night shifts.
• Support continuous improvement and automation initiatives to increase sample-preparation success rate, throughput, tool utilization, and turnaround time.
• Support continuous improvement and automation initiatives to increase sample-preparation success rate, throughput, tool utilization, and turnaround time.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Able to work in 12hrs alternate 4days / 3days night shift. Attractive allowance provided.
• Preferable to have mentored / managed junior engineers, associate engineers & technicians.
• Candidate should possess a fundamental understanding of device physics
• A strong background in semiconductor wafer processing and materials characterization is preferred.
• An ability to perform basic tool troubleshooting and interact with vendor to resolve tool issues.
• Candidates with experience in fabless semiconductor and wafer fabs are highly preferred.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• B.Eng in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Materials Engineering and related fields.

LOCATION:

Singapore

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