Senior Failure Analysis Technician

GLOBALFOUNDRIES; Town of Malta (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in semiconductor manufacturing seeks a dedicated individual for their Failure Analysis Laboratory. This role involves conducting analytical jobs, performing sample preparation, and collaborating with lab engineers to optimize processes. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of semiconductor technology and a strong work ethic, ensuring high-quality results in a fast-paced environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values cultural diversity and is committed to equal opportunity employment, where your contributions will help shape the future of technology.

Qualifications

• Technical understanding of semiconductor failure analysis.
• Ability to perform shift work on a 12-hour night shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine analytical jobs meeting cycle time and quality standards.
• Perform sample preparation techniques for analyses.

Skills

Semiconductor Failure Analysis

Analytical Techniques

Sample Preparation

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

2-year technical/associate’s degree in science or engineering

Tools

SEM

FIB

TEM

Job description

About GlobalFoundries:
GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. GlobalFoundries is owned by Mubadala Investment Company. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role:
This position is in the Failure Analysis Laboratory in GLOBALFOUNDRIES’ 300mm fab in Malta, New York. The ideal candidate will have some technical understanding of semiconductor failure analysis using sample preparation, imaging, and analytical techniques. The candidate should have a solid understanding of semiconductor technology and manufacturing processes.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Conduct routine analytical jobs using defined and documented procedures, meeting or exceeding cycle time and quality standards.
2. Interact with lab engineers and managers to define analytical methods needed to achieve expected results, including analysis and interpretation of results.
3. Perform basic preventive maintenance activities on analytical equipment to ensure smooth operation, minimizing stand-by and idle time.
4. Perform sample preparation techniques (e.g., TEM/SEM sample preparation) to enable subsequent analyses.
5. Use standard software applications for analytical job management and reporting results.
6. Identify and address potential areas for improvement and optimization, including cycle time, utilization, and cost.
7. Assist with training others to increase efficiency.
8. Be a good team player with a strong work ethic, train new team members as needed, and promote a positive work environment.
9. Complete all required reporting and documentation.
10. Understand and follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures and requirements.
11. Participate actively in continuous improvement processes.
12. Maintain a sense of urgency in tasks.

Other Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine analytical jobs using defined and documented procedures, meeting or exceeding cycle time and quality standards.
• Interact with lab engineers and managers to define analytical methods needed to achieve expected results.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: 2-year technical/associate’s degree in science, math, engineering, electrical engineering, semiconductor manufacturing, or related discipline, or equivalent military training/experience.
• Fluency in English (written and verbal).
• Ability to perform shift work on a 12-hour night shift schedule.
• Ability to follow work and safety procedures in a laboratory environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of semiconductor processes.
• Experience with SEM, FIB, TEM sample preparation, TEM imaging.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures, demonstrating high attention to detail and timeliness.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize activities.
• Experience working in an analytical laboratory related to failure analysis, materials science, inorganic chemistry, or semiconductor manufacturing is advantageous.
• Knowledge of analysis methodologies used in failure analysis for semiconductor manufacturing.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and specify your request. Accommodation requests will be considered case-by-case. Please note, only inquiries about reasonable accommodations will be responded to from this email address.

Employment with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening, as applicable and compliant with laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is committed to equal opportunity employment and values cultural diversity, which enhances its business potential. The company aims to attract and retain highly qualified personnel, and does not tolerate discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, marital status, disability, national origin, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as per applicable laws.