FA engineer

YOUR ROLE

• Perform and manage IC failure analysis activities, including electrical verification, fault isolation, physical defect localization, and root cause analysis.
• Prepare and publish clear, accurate FA reports to relevant stakeholders to support root cause investigation and define corrective and preventive actions.
• Present FA findings, investigation status, and recommendations in cross-functional meetings with Division, Field Quality Service, Process, and related teams.
• Review, validate, and improve 8D report content prepared by QA Engineers prior to approval, ensuring the reports meet required quality standards.
• Compile and analyze customer complaint data for Quality Meetings and Management Reviews.
• Coordinate with technicians and operators, and provide guidance or coaching as needed to ensure effective execution of FA activities.

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCES

• PhD, Master’s, or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Electronics, Manufacturing, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive effective resolution.

• Good communication and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams.

• Strong knowledge of failure analysis techniques, including:

  • Sample preparation: mechanical polishing, backside preparation, chemical decapsulation
  • Imaging: optical microscopy, SEM, FIB / plasma FIB, 2D / 3D X-ray
  • Material analysis: EDX, FTIR
  • Fault isolation: IR-OBIRCH, TEM, EMMI

• Familiarity with structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D and Ishikawa/Fishbone analysis.

• Good understanding of wafer fab, assembly, and testing processes.

• Ability to anticipate issues, manage challenges proactively, and resolve problems promptly.

• Able to lead and support technicians and operators in daily FA activities.

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment; experience in the semiconductor industry is preferred.