Failure Analysis Engineer III

Rochester Electronics, LLC; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401K with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Rochester Electronics, LLC is seeking an Experienced Sr. Electrical Failure Analysis Engineer to lead fault isolation, root cause analysis, and FA lab activities for prototype and production devices.

The role requires deep Semiconductor FA expertise and leadership to guide junior engineers and justify lab investments. You will perform high-level electrical verification on complex ICs, interpret PEM/X-ray data, and drive to root causes using CAD data while collaborating with cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or related engineering degree.
• At least 5 years of experience performing electrical fault isolation and root cause identification.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical verification and fault isolation on highly complex ICs in package, die, or wafer form to determine the failure mechanism.
• Replicate ATE test data on the manual FA bench using ATE datalogs, product datasheets, curve tracers, parametric analyzers, AC/DC test equipment, and collaborate with product and test engineers.
• Work with Manufacturing, Assembly, Product, and Test Eng to meet deadlines by turning around FA requests promptly.
• Mentor and guide junior analysts on lab tools and techniques.

Skills

Electrical FA

Fault isolation

Lab leadership

Independent work

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EMMI

FIB

Microprobing

Job description

Brief Description

Experienced Sr. Electrical Failure Analysis Engineer to perform debug, fault isolation, and root cause analysis of prototype and production devices. The candidate will have the experience in Semiconductor FA to help guide lower level Engineers through the process and have the knowledge and Leadership to justify lab investments for us to strive to be “Best in Class”

Experienced Sr. Electrical Failure Analysis Engineer to perform debug, fault isolation, and root cause analysis of prototype and production devices. The candidate will have the experience in Semiconductor FA to help guide lower level Engineers through the process and have the knowledge and Leadership to justify lab investments for us to strive to be “Best in Class”

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical verification and fault isolation on highly complex ICs (Analog, Digital, ASICs, Microprocessors, etc.) in package, die, or wafer form to determine the failure mechanism.
• High level understanding of FA tools demonstrating beginning subject matter expertise requiring little supervision.
• Replicate ATE test data on the manual FA bench using ATE datalogs, product datasheets, curve tracers, parametric analyzers, AC/DC test equipment, and collaborate with product and test engineers.
• Works on more complex assignments where judgement and initiative are required and acts as a quality agent and drives others to a quality mindset.
• Ability to gather and interpret PEM (photon emission microscopy), TIVA (Thermal Induced Voltage Alterations) and Thermal hot spot data and drive to the correct failure location using CAD design data.
• Performs material characterization of the failure mechanism (SAM, X-RAY, SEM, EDS, cross-sections, etc.) to assist with root cause analysis.
• Performs decapsulation of various packages including hermetic and plastic molded packages utilizing various techniques such as chemical, laser and mechanical methods.
• Performs deprocessing of die or wafers using a combination of chemical, mechanical or RIE etching. Must be able to work with caution and safety in mind while working with chemicals and physical de-processing with an attention to detail.
• Works closely with the Manufacturing organization, Assembly, Product, and Test Engineering to understand the organizations goals and help them meet all requirements and deadlines, by turning around FA requests in a timely manner.
• Work in a hands-on position where the individual will be doing the majority of their work on an independent basis.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform installations of FA equipment and coordinates maintenance and testing procedures to ensure proper working order of FA tools.
• Proactively writes and maintains Failure Analysis Lab procedures. Effectively compiles comprehensive DPA construction analysis reports.
• Identifies and addresses potential areas for improvement including tools, cycle time, utilization and cost.
• Helps management prioritize the job queue and maintain alignment with department goals.
• Mentors and guides junior analysts on lab tools and techniques.
Able to handle several active projects at one time (multitask) with some assistance or instruction. Able to conduct research and develop new capabilities based on project needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or related engineering degree.
• At least 5 years of experience performing electrical fault isolation and root cause identification. bility to verify the electrical failure mode and identify the failure mechanism. Help the customer with root cause analysis.

Proven skills

• Advanced knowledge of semiconductor products, device layout, and process technologies.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of analog, mixed signal, Asic, and power semiconductor operation.
• Solid understanding of device physics and semiconductor fabrication techniques. Knowledge or experience with available techniques and when to apply (EMMI, FIB, microprobing)
• Must be very organized, detail oriented, had have proven problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, self-starter with little supervision.
• Proactive and self-motivated. Driven to achieve goals in a fast-paced customer service environment.

Communication

• Proficient verbal and written communications skills, with ability to foster timely and transparent communication with peers and customers.
• Follows written and verbal instruction with some supervision.
• Proactively shares timely updates with peers, customers and management.
• Thinks and plans ahead to mitigate unexpected outcomes.

Team

• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor with autonomy in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Drive collaboration with cross functional teams (ASL, MFG, QA, REL, Test) to solve more complex electrical and materials analysis investigations of semiconductor integrated circuit failures.
• Mentors junior analysts

Summary

At Rochester Electronics, we create an excellent employee experience focused on value, performance, motivation, recognition, and career growth. Many companies say their employees are their most important asset. At Rochester Electronics, we mean it!

• Outstanding low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, Rochester pays 92% of the premiums on behalf of its full-time employees
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and holiday
• Generous match 401K program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible spending account

And so much more!

For the last 40 years, Rochester Electronics, in partnership with over 70 leading semiconductor manufacturers, has provided our valued customers with a continuous source of critical semiconductors. As an original manufacturer stocking distributor, Rochester has over 15 billion devices in stock encompassing more than 200,000-part numbers, providing the world’s most extensive range of end-of-life (EOL) and broadest range of active semiconductors. As a licensed semiconductor manufacturer, Rochester has manufactured over 20,000 device types. With over 12 billion die in stock, Rochester can manufacture over 70,000 device types.