Failure Analysis Engineer - AI-Driven FA for Semiconductors

MICRON SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA OPERATIONS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. in Singapore seeks a Failure Analysis Engineer to analyze device anomalies and qualification failures, and to drive improvements in FA workflows.

You will apply advanced FA tools (FIB/EDX, SEM, ion mills, CSAM) and write detailed reports, collaborating with process owners and product teams.

A Bachelor's or higher in Engineering is required; experience in semiconductors is a plus; you will use AI-enabled tools to accelerate investigations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Engineering is required.
• Strong analytical, logical and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communicator, able to collaborate across all levels.
• Growth mindset with a passion for continuous learning.
• Internship or experience in the semiconductor industry is a plus.
• Interest in and knowledge of the semiconductor industry and Micron is preferred.
• Ability to apply baseline digital fluency and AI literacy to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively for research, analysis, content creation, problem-solving, operational tasks, and achieving business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and physical failure analysis for device anomalies, customer returns, and qualification failures.
• Apply advanced FA tools including FIB/EDX, SEM, Ion Millers, CSAM, 2D/3D X-ray, Emmi systems, micro-prober and bench tester.
• Analyze test data failures using Bash/Python scripting in a Unix environment.
• Analyze electrical signatures and physical defects to resolve failure mechanisms.
• Collaborate with process owners and Product teams to drive improvement actions.
• Develop and implement new FA techniques to reduce turnaround time and enhance accuracy.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and embrace standards for FA workflows.
• Ensure strict consistency to lab safety protocols and chemical handling guidelines.
• Maintain +6S standards in the FA lab.
• Prepare detailed FA reports and maintain accurate records for traceability.
• Present findings to requestors, MRB and multi-functional teams.
• Provide guidance to FA technicians and lead workload distribution.
• Work closely with vendors for tool upgrades and capability improvements.
• Utilize AI-enabled tools and digital solutions to accelerate failure analysis investigations, improve problem-solving efficiency, and enhance decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to apply automation, data analytics, and AI technologies to optimize FA workflows, reduce turnaround time, and improve operational effectiveness.

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Engineering

Tools

FIB/EDX

SEM

Ion Millers

CSAM

2D/3D X-ray

Emmi systems

micro-prober

bench tester

Job description

Micron Technology, Inc. in Singapore seeks a Failure Analysis Engineer to analyze device anomalies and qualification failures, and to drive improvements in FA workflows.

You will apply advanced FA tools (FIB/EDX, SEM, ion mills, CSAM) and write detailed reports, collaborating with process owners and product teams.

A Bachelor's or higher in Engineering is required; experience in semiconductors is a plus; you will use AI-enabled tools to accelerate investigations.