FIB/SEM/TEM Technician for Failure Analysis & Prep

Velocity Resource Group; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Velocity Resource Group in Santa Clara, CA seeks a skilled FIB Technician to support semiconductor failure analysis, process development, and characterization through preparation of high-quality samples using FIB, SEM, and TEM techniques. You will operate analytical equipment, maintain lab productivity, and ensure safety and procedural compliance. The role requires lifting up to 30 lbs and working in a laboratory environment. The position is on-site in a fast-paced lab setting.

Qualifications

• Technical certification or equivalent in materials science, engineering technology, electronics, physics, or related field.
• Hands-on experience as a FIB technician in semiconductor lab/manufacturing/failure analysis.
• Working knowledge of SEM, FIB, and TEM fundamentals.
• Ability to interpret engineering instructions, layouts, and sample preparation requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for experimentation, including cleaning, mounting and unmounting samples, loading FOUPs, and setting up jobs for analytical investigations.
• Identify locations of interest based on engineering drawings, pattern instructions, and customer requirements.
• Assist in developing and optimizing sample preparation methods, procedures, and process conditions.
• Operate SEM, FIB, TEM, and laboratory metrology tools to support failure analysis and process characterization activities.
• Perform cross-sectional and plan-view imaging, CD measurements, and EDS analysis.
• Acquire high-quality images and analytical data according to customer and engineering requirements.
• Understand sample and beam interactions to determine imaging and milling conditions.

Skills

FIB experience

SEM knowledge

TEM knowledge

Engineering drawing interpretation

Attention to detail

Education

Technical certification

Tools

FIB/SEM/TEM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Velocity Resource Group in Santa Clara, CA seeks a skilled FIB Technician to support semiconductor failure analysis, process development, and characterization through preparation of high-quality samples using FIB, SEM, and TEM techniques. You will operate analytical equipment, maintain lab productivity, and ensure safety and procedural compliance. The role requires lifting up to 30 lbs and working in a laboratory environment. The position is on-site in a fast-paced lab setting.