Principal Engineer, Failure Analysis Engineering

Analog Devices, Inc.; Milpitas (CA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in Milpitas, CA is seeking a Principal Engineer in Failure Analysis Engineering to lead root-cause investigations and develop FA plans for reliability testing, manufacturing, and field returns.

You will perform hands-on physical and electrical FA (SEM, EDS, CSAM, X-ray), analyze semiconductor devices and packages, and generate detailed reports while collaborating with design, manufacturing, test, and quality teams to drive robust failure resolution in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related STEM discipline.
• 5+ years of industry experience in semiconductor reliability or failure analysis.
• Hands-on FA techniques: SEM, EDS, optical profiler; electrical testing with oscilloscopes and curve tracers; fault isolation with X-ray, CSAM.

Responsibilities

• Support root cause failure investigations from reliability testing, manufacturing, and field returns.
• Develop and execute failure analysis plans.
• Conduct hands-on FA using in-house tools and external labs (SEM, EDS, CSAM, X-ray).
• Prepare clear FA reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, test, and quality teams to resolve failures.
• Support CAPA and 8D reports; assist with customer communications.

Skills

Failure analysis

Statistical data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical writing

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related STEM

Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Materials Science

Tools

SEM

EDS

CSAM

X-ray

Oscilloscopes

Curve tracers

Thermal imaging

Job description

## Principal Engineer, Failure Analysis EngineeringApply: US, CA, Milpitas, Tasman: Full time: Posted Today: R266037**About Analog Devices**Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.**Roles and Responsibilities:*** Support root cause failure investigations arising from reliability testing, manufacturing, and field returns.* Develop and execute detailed failure analysis plans.* Coordinate / conduct hands-on physical and electrical failure analysis (FA) using a variety of tools in-house and at outside labs (e.g., SEM, EDS, CSAM, X-ray, bench characterization).* Perform material and defect characterization to identify failure modes in semiconductors, packages, and assemblies.* Prepare clear and technically sound failure analysis reports for internal and external stakeholders.* Execute product qualification and reliability stress testing on semiconductor products (e.g., HTOL, TC, HAST).* Collaborate with design, manufacturing, test, and quality engineering teams to ensure robust failure resolution.* Support corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) based on FA findings. Generate 8D corrective action reports.* Assist with customer communications to resolve quality issues and provide technical insights.* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in product reliability, analysis methodologies, and lab capability development.**Basic Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related STEM discipline.* 5 years of industry experience in semiconductor reliability or failure analysis.* Hands-on experience with FA techniques such as: + Material analysis: SEM, EDS, optical profiler. + Electrical testing: Oscilloscopes, curve tracers, thermal imaging. + Fault isolation: Photon emission, OBIRCH, X-ray, CSAM.* Understanding of semiconductor device physics, packaging technologies, and common failure mechanisms (physics of failure).* Experience analyzing failures caused by thermal, electrical, and mechanical stress.* Familiar with JEDEC reliability standards and procedures.* Project management experience with external reliability and FA labs.* Strong statistical data analysis capability. Experience with data analysis packages (JMP, Python, etc.).* Strong technical writing skills and ability to create detailed FA documentation, reliability reports, and qualification reports.* Good verbal communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.* Demonstrated organizational skills, with the ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously in a timely manner in a fast-paced environment.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Master’s or Ph. D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Materials Science.* Experience with power and/or analog/mixed-signal ICs, or power IC failure modes.* Experience with SiP architecture Reliability/FA and packaging failure mechanisms (e.g., electromigration, delamination).* Experience supporting customer quality investigations and field return analysis.* Prior reliability test and FA engagements with OSAT suppliers a plus.* Exposure to reliability modeling and risk assessment methods such as FMEA, DOE, and Weibull analysis.* HTOL and HAST board layout and schematic interpretation.*For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.**Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.**EEO is the Law: Notice of Applicant Rights Under the Law.*Job Req Type: ExperiencedRequired Travel: Yes, 10% of the timeShift Type: 1st Shift/DaysThe expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $160,276 to $232,087.* Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.* This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.* This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, **holidays, and sick time**, and other benefits.