Materials Analyst, TEM

Eurofins | EAG Laboratories

Milpitas (CA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

44 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
401k Company Matching
Wellness Program
Volunteer Time off
Education Assistance
Fitness Reimbursement

Job summary

Eurofins EAG Laboratories is seeking an experienced Materials Analyst for the Advanced Microscopy team to operate and analyze materials using TEM and STEM techniques. The role centers on supporting advanced materials and semiconductor analysis for diverse industries, with a focus on delivering site-specific results within tight client timelines.

The successful candidate will contribute technically in a fast-paced lab, working hands-on with TEM/EDS/EELS, and collaborating with customers to

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science and Engineering or related field
  • Excellent operation and theory understanding of Transmission Electron Microscope
  • Experience with TEM sample preparation and hard materials characterization
  • Solid understanding of electron microscopy, semiconductor device physics and failure analysis
  • U.S. Person required due to ITAR regulations (citizenship or permanent residency)

Responsibilities

  • Obtain TEM and STEM images of prepared samples
  • Obtain STEM/EDX and STEM/EELS spectra, line scans and maps
  • Organize data and deliver summary reports to customers
  • Partner with customers and team members to optimize experiments and explain results
  • Develop TEM analysis protocols for new sample types

Skills

TEM operation
TEM analysis
Electron microscopy
Semiconductor failure analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science and Engineering or related field

Tools

FEI TEM tools
Oxford/Bruker EDS
Gatan EELS
Digital Micrograph

Job description

Eurofins EAG Laboratories has over 40 years experience in engineering and materials testing services. Our parent company, Eurofins Scientific, is a multi-billion-dollar global leader in engineering and scientific services operating over 950 labs in 60 countries with 65,000 employees with a portfolio of over 200,000 validated analytical methods.

At EAG, curiosity fuels everything we do. Every analysis, every test, and every question asked in our labs helps unlock what materials and products are capable of—and what the world can build next. If you’re energized by materials science, analytical chemistry, engineering rigor, and solving problems that matter, you’ll feel right at home here.

Every analysis, every test, and every question asked in our labs helps unlock what materials and products are capable of—and what the world can build next. If you’re energized by materials science, analytical chemistry, and engineering rigor, you’ll feel right at home here.

Our scientists and engineers support industries ranging from semiconductors and advanced electronics to pharmaceuticals, medical devices, energy systems, and consumer products. Using advanced techniques in analytical chemistry, microscopy, surface analysis, and engineering sciences, we help clients solve complex challenges across the product lifecycle.

What sets EAG apart isn’t just our world‑class instrumentation—it’s our people. We’re problem solvers, collaborators, and lifelong learners who value precision, curiosity, and impact. Here, your work directly influences the safety, reliability, and performance of products used around the globe.

Eurofins EAG Laboratories has over 40 years experience in engineering and materials testing services. Our parent company, Eurofins Scientific, is a multi-billion-dollar global leader in engineering and scientific services operating over 950 labs in 60 countries with 65,000 employees with a portfolio of over 200,000 validated analytical methods.

At EAG, curiosity fuels everything we do. Every analysis, every test, and every question asked in our labs helps unlock what materials and products are capable of—and what the world can build next. If you’re energized by materials science, analytical chemistry, engineering rigor, and solving problems that matter, you’ll feel right at home here.

Every analysis, every test, and every question asked in our labs helps unlock what materials and products are capable of—and what the world can build next. If you’re energized by materials science, analytical chemistry, and engineering rigor, you’ll feel right at home here.

Our scientists and engineers support industries ranging from semiconductors and advanced electronics to pharmaceuticals, medical devices, energy systems, and consumer products. Using advanced techniques in analytical chemistry, microscopy, surface analysis, and engineering sciences, we help clients solve complex challenges across the product lifecycle.

What sets EAG apart isn’t just our world‑class instrumentation—it’s our people. We’re problem solvers, collaborators, and lifelong learners who value precision, curiosity, and impact. Here, your work directly influences the safety, reliability, and performance of products used around the globe.

Job Description

The Advanced Microscopy team is looking for experienced Materials Analyst with a background in operating and analyzing materials using TEM (Transmission Electron Microscopy). This is a hands‑on, production‑focused role centered on supporting advanced materials and semiconductor analysis for clients across multiple industries.

The successful candidate will be a strong technical contributor who thrives in a fast‑paced lab environment, enjoys focused tool time, and values producing high‑quality, site‑specific results within defined client timelines.

A typical day will consist of various activities, including:

  • Obtaining TEM and STEM images of prepared samples
  • Obtaining STEM/EDX and STEM/EELS spectra, line scans and maps
  • Organizing data, prepare and deliver summary reports to customers
  • Partnering with customers and team members to optimize experiments and explain resultsDeveloping TEM analysis protocols for new sample types

Work Schedule: *5pm-2am - Tuesdays to Saturdays or Sundays to Thursdays

*Shift differential will apply

Compliance Requirement (ITAR)

This position supports work related to defense applications and is subject to ITAR regulations.

Applicants must be U.S. Persons, defined as:

  • U.S. Citizen
  • U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder)
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree only: Materials Science and Engineering or related field or equivalent industry experience
  • Excellent operation and theory understanding of Transmission Electron Microscope
  • Experience with TEM sample preparation and hard materials characterization
  • Solid understanding of electron microscopy, semiconductor device physics and failure analysis
What would set you apart:
  • Familiarity with aberration‑correction TEM
  • Familiarity with FEI TEM tools, Oxford/Bruker EDS, Gatan EELS, Digital Micrograph
Additional Information

Compensation is aligned with market standards for the region and tailored to individual qualifications and experience.

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to communicate clearly and understandably with sufficient volume to ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting
  • Ability to continuously operate a personal computer for extended periods of time (4 or more hours)
  • Ability to lift to 10 lbs.
  • Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard and other office equipment.
  • Ability to use a telephone, access file cabinets, receive and ship customer products
  • Ability to sit for periods of time

The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability or special need, we would like to know how we can better accommodate you.

What It’s Like to Work Here:
  • Teamwork: Be inspired by your leaders, be encouraged by your teammates and be supported in all parts of your journey while you work with us.
  • Learning & Development: Take on career development programs and goal setting to create big possibilities for your career and life. Develop within the company; be mentored and grown as a leader.
  • Diversity & Authenticity: We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
Benefits & Perks to Foster Work/Life Balance:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401k Company Matching
  • Wellness Program
  • Volunteer Time off
  • Education Assistance
  • Fitness Reimbursement
  • …and more!

Eurofins EAG Laboratories is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information (GINA), disability, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state, or local law. The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer all employment‑related matters based on an individual's qualifications, abilities and efforts without regard to protected status.

Learn more about us at www.EAG.com and check out our Careers’ page for other opportunities!

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Eurofins USA Material Sciences is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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