Failure Analysis Engineer – Glass Substrates & Materials

Absolics Inc.; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Absolics Inc. in Covington, GA is seeking a dedicated failure analysis engineer to perform physical analysis of glass substrates using microscopy, spectroscopy, and metallurgy to identify root causes.

The candidate should have a strong background in electrical engineering and work well independently and as part of a team. Responsibilities include sample preparation, operating optical/SEM/TEM, image and data analysis, report generation, and collaboration with QA and OQA to improve failure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• Hands-on experience with physical failure analysis is preferred.
• Experience with semiconductor/manufacturing environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Investigate physical failures and defects including delamination, cracks, and voids using advanced microscopy and analytical techniques.
• Prepare samples for analysis, including cutting, polishing, and coating, while preserving relevant features.
• Use optical, SEM, TEM microscopes and imaging tools to examine samples at various scales.
• Analyze images and data to identify defects, fractures, corrosion, and failure mechanisms.
• Generate reports detailing findings, methodologies, and recommendations.
• Support quality control and instrument calibration activities.

Skills

SEM/FIB equipment operation

Microscopy techniques

FTIR/EDX analysis

Analytical problem solving

Documentation and reporting

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in materials science, electrical engineering, or related field

Tools

Optical microscope

SEM

FIB

TEM

FTIR

EDX

Job description

Absolics Inc. in Covington, GA is seeking a dedicated failure analysis engineer to perform physical analysis of glass substrates using microscopy, spectroscopy, and metallurgy to identify root causes.

The candidate should have a strong background in electrical engineering and work well independently and as part of a team. Responsibilities include sample preparation, operating optical/SEM/TEM, image and data analysis, report generation, and collaboration with QA and OQA to improve failure