Technician III- Failure Analysis - Initial analysis

FHLB Des Moines; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc is seeking an Initial Failure Analysis Technician to perform preliminary failure analysis screening on semiconductor devices and support root cause investigations. This role involves hands-on work with advanced laboratory equipment and meticulous documentation.

You will work with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve product issues while maintaining strict safety standards and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the lab environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or technical diploma in electronics.
• 3+ years of experience in semiconductor industry or related lab environment.
• Proficiency in using laboratory diagnostic equipment and tools.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial failure analysis on semiconductor devices using optical inspection, electrical testing, and basic non-destructive analysis.
• Operate laboratory equipment such as microscopes, curve tracers, X-ray machines, and other diagnostic tools.
• Document findings and prepare detailed reports with accurate records of procedures and results.
• Support engineering teams by providing timely initial analysis data.
• Maintain laboratory safety standards and proper handling of sensitive materials.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for lab processes and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree or technical diploma in electronics

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc. People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.

Job Description:

The Initial Failure Analysis Technician is responsible for performing preliminary failure analysis screening on semiconductor devices that support root cause investigations and assisting engineering teams in identifying and resolving product issues. This role involves hands‑on work with advanced laboratory equipment, meticulous documentation, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial failure analysis on semiconductor devices using techniques such as optical inspection, electrical testing, and basic non-destructive analysis.
• Operate laboratory equipment including microscopes, curve tracers, X‑ray machines, and other diagnostic tools.
• Document findings, prepare detailed reports, and maintain accurate records of analysis procedures and results.
• Support engineering teams by providing timely and reliable initial analysis data.
• Maintain laboratory safety standards and ensure proper handling of sensitive materials.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for lab processes and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or technical diploma in electronics, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in semiconductor industry or related laboratory environment.
• Proficiency in using laboratory diagnostic equipment and tools.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).

Travel Time: 0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

• Carrying
• Feeling
• Handling
• Hearing
• Reaching
• Seeing
• Talking
• Works Alone
• Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

• 80% sitting
• 10% standing
• 10% walking

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.