SSD Test Failure Analysis Technician

MICRON SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA OPERATIONS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. in Singapore seeks a Manufacturing Test Support engineer to perform failure analysis on NPI and HVM test issues, identifying root causes and coordinating with engineers.

You will act as first point of contact for test-related problems, prioritize critical failures, and drive AI-assisted analysis and data-driven improvements across FA lab and test equipment. A diploma in E&E/CS is required, with Linux experience and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Electrical & Electronics/Computer engineering.
• Experience in SSD test failure analysis would be an advantage.
• Familiar with AI-assisted tools such as Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT.
• Experience in Linux operating system.
• Able to work on 12-hour rotating shift.
• Good command of English with interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis for NPI and HVM test failures and identify root cause/defect location in a timely manner.
• First contact point and first-level failure analysis for manufacturing test-related issues.
• Prioritize & expedite failure analysis for high priority/DDT lots to meet output goals.
• Escalate & work with engineers on issues requiring engineer disposition.
• Communicate shift pass-down on test matters.
• Assist engineering to identify/test failure needs for engineer checkout.
• Support FA improvement initiatives and AI/data analytics projects.
• Utilize AI tools to improve failure analysis efficiency and cycle time.
• Collaborate with equipment engineers to improve test equipment efficiency.

Skills

AI tools

Linux

English communication

12-hour shift

Education

Electrical & Electronics Engineering Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Copilot

ChatGPT

Job description

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Join an inclusive team passionate about one thing: using their expertise in the relentless pursuit of innovation for customers and partners. The solutions we build help make everything from virtual reality experiences to breakthroughs in neural networks possible. We do it all while committing to integrity, sustainability, and giving back to our communities. Because doing so can fuel the very innovation we are pursuing.

Responsibilities

Manufacturing Test Support

• Perform failure analysis for New Product Introduction (NPI) and High-Volume Manufacturing (HVM) test failures and identify root cause/defect location in a timely manner
• First contact point and first-level failure analysis for manufacturing test-related issues
• Prioritize & expedite failure analysis for high priority/DDT lots to meet output goals for business demand
• Escalate & work with engineers on issues that require engineer dispo/response, eg: mtSBL trigger, test high fallout etc
• Communicate shift pass-down on test matters
• Assist the engineering team to identify and reject test failure need for engineer checkout for further engineering eval/investigation
• Support special engineering evaluation activity request approved by FA supervisor

FA WIP Management

• Monitor and maintain FA WIP to meet the target set by FA supervisor for every shift

Test Equipment/Lab Management

• Perform yearly Production Tester GR&R and Product GRR
• Work with PE to set up a new FA debug bench for New Product Introduction (NPI)
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibration for FA debug tools/bench
• Maintain 6S & ESD compliances in FA lab

Manufacturing Test Issues & Yield Monitoring

• Monitor test failures/issues and feedback on abnormal new trends of test issues/failures to the engineering team
• Escalate to equipment engineers on tester software/hardware issues causing poor yield

Continuous Improvement Projects for Cost/Cycle Time/NPI

• Support test yield continuous improvement projects for cost reduction.
• Identify opportunities to improve FA process for cycle time improvement.
• Assist NPI FA analysis from PE special engineering request.

• Leverage AI-enabled tools and data analytics solutions to improve failure analysis efficiency, cycle time, and decision-making.
• Propose and execute improvement projects for FA/Test to desired results.

• Contribute ideas and continuous improvement projects that incorporate digital, automation, or AI technologies to improve FA/Test processes.
• Collaborate with equipment engineers on projects to improve overall test equipment efficiency and effectiveness.

Digital & AI Utilization

• Utilize approved AI and digital productivity tools to improve troubleshooting, data analysis, documentation, and workflow efficiency.
• Maintain awareness of emerging AI technologies and participate in training initiatives to improve digital and AI proficiency.
• Ensure responsible and compliant use of AI tools in accordance with company policies on confidentiality, security, and intellectual property protection.

Requirements

• Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Electrical & Electronics/Computer engineering,
• Working experience in SSD test failure analysis would be an advantage.
• Basic knowledge or experience with AI-assisted tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar technologies.
• Experience in statistical process control system.
• Experience working in Linux operating system.
• Ability to work on 12-hours rotating shift.
• Understand and able to communicate in English with good interpersonal skills in building positive working relationship.

Working location: 990 Bendemeer Rd, Singapore 339942

About Micron Technology, Inc.

We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich lifefor all. With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and 5G applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience.

To learn more, please visit micron.com/careers

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.