Semiconductor Failure Analysis Technician - FIB/SEM/TEM Expert

TSMC - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited; Arizona; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TSMC - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited in Arizona is seeking a Failure Analysis Technician to support chip failure analysis. Responsibilities include operating complex tools like FIB and SEM for sample preparation and assisting engineers with analytical methods. Candidates should have an associate or bachelor's degree in a relevant field, experience in semiconductor sample preparation, and basic PC skills. This role may involve shift work and clean room environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in TEM sample preparation for semiconductor devices in advanced process nodes (<28nm) is preferred.
• Experience/skill in HR-STEM imaging and EDS analysis is preferred.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Operate FIB to prepare PFA samples, SEM, C-AFM, and nano-probe tools for analysis.
• Prepare TEM samples, including site marking, de-layering, and necessary treatments.
• Assist engineers with analytical method development.

Skills

TEM sample preparation

HR-STEM imaging

EDS analysis

Basic PC skills

Independence

Teamwork

Pressure handling

Education

Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree in Science/Engineering/Technology

Tools

FIB

SEM

C-AFM

nano-probe tools

Job description

TSMC - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited in Arizona is seeking a Failure Analysis Technician to support chip failure analysis. Responsibilities include operating complex tools like FIB and SEM for sample preparation and assisting engineers with analytical methods. Candidates should have an associate or bachelor's degree in a relevant field, experience in semiconductor sample preparation, and basic PC skills. This role may involve shift work and clean room environments.