FIB Technician for SEM/TEM Failure Analysis & Prep

Applied Materials, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials is seeking a skilled FIB Technician in Santa Clara to prepare wafers for experimentation and operate SEM, FIB, and TEM to support failure analysis and process characterization. You will document results and maintain lab safety and procedures while collaborating with engineers and customers.

The role emphasizes cross-section imaging, CD measurements, and high-quality data collection using SEM, FIB, TEM, and EDS, with opportunities for professional growth in a leading materials

Qualifications

• Technical certification or equivalent in Materials Science, Engineering Technology, Electronics, Physics, or related field.
• Hands-on experience as a FIB Technician in a semiconductor production, manufacturing, or failure analysis lab.
• Experience preparing TEM lamella samples using FIB techniques.
• Working knowledge of SEM, FIB, and TEM fundamentals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and work in a laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Sample Preparation and Analysis: Prepare samples for experimentation, loading FOUPs, and setting up analytical jobs.
• Prepare TEM lamella samples using FIB techniques and identify locations of interest from drawings and instructions.
• Operate SEM, FIB, TEM, and metrology tools to support failure analysis and characterization.
• Perform cross-sectional and plan-view imaging, CD measurements, and EDS analysis.
• Document parameters, data, and results according to requirements.
• Safety and compliance: follow lab safety protocols and SOPs.

Skills

Semiconductor knowledge

Microscopy expertise

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Technical certification in Materials Science or related field

Experience in semiconductor failure analysis labs

Tools

SEM

FIB

TEM

EDS

Job description

Applied Materials is seeking a skilled FIB Technician in Santa Clara to prepare wafers for experimentation and operate SEM, FIB, and TEM to support failure analysis and process characterization. You will document results and maintain lab safety and procedures while collaborating with engineers and customers.

The role emphasizes cross-section imaging, CD measurements, and high-quality data collection using SEM, FIB, TEM, and EDS, with opportunities for professional growth in a leading materials