Senior Failure Analysis Engineer – Semiconductors

Eag-Laboratories; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

401k Company Matching

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Education Assistance

Job summary

Eurofins EAG Laboratories is seeking a Principal Failure Analysis Engineer in Irvine, CA. You will lead senior engineers in complex failure analyses for semiconductor and electronics.

The role emphasizes root-cause determination, advanced analytical methods, and client-focused problem solving in a fast‑paced lab environment. You will mentor teams, manage multi‑disciplinary projects, and apply techniques like OBIRCH, XIVA, EMMI, IR thermography, SEM/EDS, and X‑ray to uncover root causes and

Qualifications

• Minimum 15+ years of direct, hands‑on Failure Analysis laboratory experience (semiconductor and electronics industry).
• BSEE or MSEE required.
• Experience with semiconductor materials analysis, electronics manufacturing, and design.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor engineers in failure analysis projects.
• Perform root cause analysis and fault isolation on complex semiconductor devices.
• Apply advanced tools and techniques (OBIRCH, XIVA, emmi, IR thermography, SEM/EDS, X‑ray) to solve failures.
• Provide technical leadership, manage projects, and deliver results to clients.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Fault isolation

Electrical tests

Microprobing

X-ray

SEM/EDS

GDS layout

LabView

Education

BSEE or MSEE

Tools

GDS layout

LabView

Job description

Eurofins EAG Laboratories is seeking a Principal Failure Analysis Engineer in Irvine, CA. You will lead senior engineers in complex failure analyses for semiconductor and electronics.

The role emphasizes root-cause determination, advanced analytical methods, and client-focused problem solving in a fast‑paced lab environment. You will mentor teams, manage multi‑disciplinary projects, and apply techniques like OBIRCH, XIVA, EMMI, IR thermography, SEM/EDS, and X‑ray to uncover root causes and