Sr Failure Analysis Engineer (2027 New College Graduate)

GlobalFoundries inc.; Town of Malta (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries in Malta, NY seeks a Sr Failure Analysis Engineer for the 2027 New College Graduate program. You will apply advanced failure-analysis techniques to semiconductor wafers, collaborate with Process Integration, Product Engineering, and Customer Engineering teams, and help optimize workflow and cost.

Must relocate to Malta, NY and hold a Master’s in a related field with strong analytical skills and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related engineering/physical science field.
• Strong academic record with minimum 3.0 GPA.
• English language proficiency, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Support analyses meeting turnaround-time requirements.
• Collaborate with shift teams, engineers and managers to define methods and interpret results.
• Work with Process Integration, Process Module, Product Engineering and Customer Engineering.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, cycle time, and cost.
• Participate in continuous-improvement activities and lab enhancements.

Skills

Failure analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Master's in Physics

Master's in Materials Science

Master's in Optical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's in Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Sr Failure Analysis Engineer (2027 New College Graduate)# Careers## Sr Failure Analysis Engineer (2027 New College Graduate)Apply: USA - New York - Malta: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR-2604786**About GlobalFoundries** GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors, enabling AI at scale from the cloud to the physical world. Through deep partnerships with customers, GF delivers differentiated, power efficient and high-performance solutions for high growth markets. GF is a trusted and holistic technology partner for customers around the world. GF’s talented, global team remains focused every day on security, longevity, and sustainability. For more information, visit www.gf.com. **New College Graduates Overview:** We offer many full-time employment paths for recent graduates, which provide accelerated training in a fast-paced work environment, cross-functional working opportunities, and talent mobility. New college graduates are provided with mentorship, networking, and leadership opportunities, which give our new team members life-long connections and skills. **Summary of Role:** This position is in the Failure Analysis Laboratory at GlobalFoundries’ 300mm fabrication facility in Malta, New York. The ideal candidate will have a technical understanding of semiconductor failure analysis using sample preparation, imaging, and analytical techniques, along with a solid foundation in semiconductor technology and manufacturing. **Essential Responsibilities include:** * Support advanced analyses that meet turnaround-time requirements without compromising quality.* Collaborate with laboratory shift teams, engineers, and managers to define analytical methods, align on analysis expectations, and interpret results.* Work closely with Process Integration, Process Module, Product Engineering, and Customer Engineering organizations to meet technology requirements and deadlines.* Identify and address opportunities to improve workflow optimization, cycle time, equipment utilization, and cost.* Actively participate in continuous-improvement activities and laboratory process enhancements.* Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with peers and cross-functional teams. **Other Responsibilities:** * Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs. **Required Qualifications:** * Education – Graduating with Master’s in Physics, Materials Science, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field from an accredited degree program.* Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.* Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)* Able to relocate to Malta, NY.* Travel - Up to 10% **Preferred Qualifications:** * Prior related internship or co-op experience.* Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.* Strong interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support effective decision-making.* Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.* Strong written and verbal communication skills* Strong planning & organizational skills* Relevant failure-analysis experience, preferably including knowledge of wafer processes and semiconductor materials or device characterization.* Hands-on analytical experience with failure-localization methods such as optical beam-induced resistance change (OBIRCH), emission microscopy, thermal microscopy, laser-based techniques, electron-beam-based failure-analysis techniques, and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) imaging.* Experience with sample preparation, cross-sectioning, and one or more analytical techniques such as scanning electron microscopy (SEM), focused ion beam (FIB), X-ray analysis, C-mode scanning acoustic microscopy (C-SAM), Auger electron spectroscopy, atomic force microscopy (AFM), or secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS).* Self-driven approach, exceptional analytical skills, structured work style, and ability to understand complex matters quickly.* Proficiency in MS Office Suite.#NCGProgramUS**Expected Salary Range**$69,000.00 - $120,000.00The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law