Failure Analysis Technician - TEM/FIB/SEM Lab

Intel Corporation; Town of Russia (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock bonuses

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Vacation

Job summary

Intel in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Product Failure Analysis Technician to identify and analyze electrical, thermal, mechanical, and component failures in our products. You will perform TEM sample preparation and operate advanced lab tools to enable high-quality analysis and maintain rigorous lab documentation.

The role offers hands-on experience in semiconductor failure analysis, microscopy techniques, and high-volume lab operations, with a 12-hour shift and on-site work.

Qualifications

• High School diploma with 1+ years of hands-on experience in failure analysis, product testing, or a related domain OR an AA/AS degree with no prior professional experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in utilizing analysis tools such as electron microscopy, mechanical polishing, or similar techniques through coursework, academic projects, internships, or hands-on training.
• Proficiency in tracking and reporting systems for failure analysis cases.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to follow detailed procedures
• US citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance
• Strong communication and collaboration skills demonstrated through team projects or professional settings.
• A passion for innovation, problem-solving, and contributing to process improvements.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new methodologies and tools in the field of failure analysis.
• Exposure to SEM, FIB, or materials characterization tools
• Semiconductor processing or cleanroom environments
• Active US Government Security Clearance, with a minimum of Secret level

Responsibilities

• Prepare TEM samples using Dual Beam FIB/PFIB and related techniques for site-specific analysis.
• Operate lab tools including SEM, FIB/PFIB, and optical imaging systems for material analysis and sample prep.
• Perform wafer handling, coating, and pre-treatment processes to support TEM workflows.
• Execute sample fabrication steps based on schematics, layouts, and engineering instructions.
• Partner with engineers and analysts to ensure samples meet quality and turnaround expectations.
• Support lab sustaining activities including safety, tool maintenance, and process documentation.
• Participate in process improvements, BKM development, and cross-training on new techniques.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow standard operating procedures.
• Operate lab instruments to support high volume manufacturing of advanced technology nodes.
• Hands on handling Silicon Wafer/pieces.
• Operates lab tools, such as sputter coaters and spin coaters for sample pre-treatment.
• Operates Dual Beam FIB/PFIB to perform site-specific cross sectioning and prepare TEM samples, including site marking, depositing protective materials, de-layering, imaging and TEM lamella preparation.
• Operates SEM for imaging and material analysis.

Skills

Attention to detail

Procedural discipline

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

AA/AS degree

Associate’s degree or technical certification

Tools

SEM

FIB/PFIB

Sputter coater

Spin coater

Job description

Intel in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Product Failure Analysis Technician to identify and analyze electrical, thermal, mechanical, and component failures in our products. You will perform TEM sample preparation and operate advanced lab tools to enable high-quality analysis and maintain rigorous lab documentation.

The role offers hands-on experience in semiconductor failure analysis, microscopy techniques, and high-volume lab operations, with a 12-hour shift and on-site work.