Senior Engineer I, Systems Engineering

ASM; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ASM in Mount Laurel Township, NJ is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer I to conduct reliability analysis for both in-house and OEM products. The role involves working closely with various engineering teams and requires strong analytical skills.

The ideal candidate will have an MS Degree in Reliability Engineering and experience in semiconductor devices. This position offers flexible hours and requires the ability to work in a laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Strong ownership and independent execution in assignments.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts.
• 3+ years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform Failure Analysis and Root Cause Analysis.
• Conduct design reviews and manage reliability testing.
• Develop monthly reliability status reports.

Skills

Knowledge of failure modes in semiconductor devices

Programming skills for product testing automation

Reliability design practices

Database management knowledge

Education

MS Degree in Reliability Engineering

Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE)

Job description

The Senior Systems Engineer I will perform the duties of a Reliability Engineer, collaborating with cross‑functional teams, including Electrical, Mechanical, and Embedded Firmware Engineers, in a laboratory and office environment. The role is responsible for conducting reliability analysis of both ASM’s internal RF and DC products as well as products produced by ASM’s OEM suppliers. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Reports to Vice President of Engineering

Role Responsibilities

• Responsible for all engineering Failure Analysis (FA) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and collaborates with responsible engineers to implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrences of failures.
• Conducts design reviews to identify potential weaknesses and failure points within both ASM’s and ASM’s supplier’s products.
• Develops, runs, and manages reliability testing of ASM’s RF and DC products using HALT testing and Accelerated Life Cycle Testing.
• Manages key product metrics such as Mean Time Between Failure (MBTF).
• Develops and provides monthly reliability status including failure trends and reliability improvements.

Participates in product design reviews, provides Design for Reliability (DfR) feedback, and supports Failure Mode And Effects Analysis (FMEA) and qualification testing.

Requirements

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of failure modes, including Physics‑of‑Failure, in high‑power semiconductor devices, including MOSFETs and PiN diodes.
• Knowledge of failure mechanisms in AC‑DC and DC‑RF power supplies.
• Knowledge of solder joint fatigue failures.
• Programming skills to code and automate product testing and data collection.
• Knowledge of database management.
• Reliability design practices (thermal cycling, vibration, fatigue).

Preferred Experience

• Semiconductor manufacturing equipment experience.
• Experience with RF power delivery for plasma systems.
• Hands‑on RF lab testing experience.

Independence & Accountability

• Demonstrates strong ownership of assignments, with the ability to execute independently while contributing effectively within cross‑functional teams.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced development environment, managing priorities with minimal supervision while consistently delivering results.
• Applies disciplined time management and prioritization skills to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.

Problem Solving

• Demonstrates strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to identify root causes and implement effective, data‑driven solutions.

Communication Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical concepts.

Customary Education & Experience

• MS Degree in Reliability Engineering.
• Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) certificate from American Society for Quality (ASQ).
• Preference will be given to candidates with 3+ years of experience.

Working Needs

• Walking, standing, and sitting.
• Lengthy periods of computer usage.
• Handling – seizing, holding, grasping, and fingering of objects.
• Vision – close vision, color differentiation.

Working Conditions

• Office and Laboratory setting.
• Moderate noise level.
• Moderate travel required.

Flexible hours. May be required to work on off hours and weekends.

ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.