Semiconductor Failure Analysis Chemist

SkyWater Technology, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Life Insurance

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

SkyWater Technology, Inc. is seeking a Failure Analysis Chemistry Technician to perform routine analyses and support QA/QC in a fast-paced fab environment. You will work with ICPMS, ICPOES, IC, and VPD, delivering accurate results to engineering and operations.

The role requires an Associate's degree in chemistry or related field and 5+ years of lab experience, with strong instrumentation skills and teamwork. Second shift, Wed-Sat 3pm–1:30am, with training Mon–Fri early hours for 3 months.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in chemistry, materials science, or related field required.
• 5+ years of experience in a chemistry laboratory; manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation such as ICPMS, ICPOES, IC, VPD, titrators, TOC or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform high volume routine chemical and materials analyses using ICPMS, ICPOES, IC, automated VPD, and other laboratory instrumentation.
• Participate in training and cross-training across analytical techniques and toolsets to support team flexibility and workload demands.
• Support QA/QC testing of materials from onsite operations such as blending, dilution, or reclaim processes.
• Manage assigned samples within the chemistry queue and complete high-priority requests within required turnaround times.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting of analytical tools, document issues, initiate service requests, and contribute feedback to improve troubleshooting guides.
• Prepare and deliver clear reports and communications using Microsoft Office tools for Fab Modules, Facilities, and internal stakeholders.
• Operate within established lab safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve Fab process issues.
• Be able to work in a team environment and coordinate tool utilization to maximize tool output.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Lab practices

Instrument knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

Associate's degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

ICPMS

ICPOES

IC

VPD

Titrators

TOC

Job description

SkyWater Technology, Inc. is seeking a Failure Analysis Chemistry Technician to perform routine analyses and support QA/QC in a fast-paced fab environment. You will work with ICPMS, ICPOES, IC, and VPD, delivering accurate results to engineering and operations.

The role requires an Associate's degree in chemistry or related field and 5+ years of lab experience, with strong instrumentation skills and teamwork. Second shift, Wed-Sat 3pm–1:30am, with training Mon–Fri early hours for 3 months.