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Failure Analysis Engineer

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Hillsboro

Requirements

  • B.S./M.S. preferred - in electrical engineering, solid state physics, chemistry or material science discipline.
  • 3 – 5 years’ experience in semiconductor yield or failure analysis desirable.
  • Familiarity of semiconductor fabrication, inspection, assembly, and test methods desirable.
  • Knowledge of semiconductor processing and analysis equipment is desirable.
  • Handling of semiconductor wafers, using microscopes, probe stations, and test equipment is desirable.
  • Experience with curve tracing and/or parametric test programming languages is preferred.
  • Excellent analytical skills and good written and verbal communications skills necessary.
  • Strong Personal Computing skills needed: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access experience would be a plus.
  • Versatility and ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently is expected.
  • Ability to work independently as a self-starter with flexibility to adjust to changing priorities.
  • Must have a strong desire for hands-on work in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

  • Conducts hands-on failure analysis activities of a semiconductor manufacturer.
  • Perform DC electrical testing, circuit analysis/trouble shooting, fault isolation, micro-probing, de-processing, material analysis and failure duplication.
  • Plan, schedule & conduct the analysis from start to finish.
  • Document and maintain analysis information and results and complete analysis reports.
  • Will work with circuit design, product, process, & test engineers throughout the company.
  • Will also interface with customers and suppliers.
  • Understand product functions, product circuits, device structure and fab processes.
  • Drive quality improvement and provide corrective action recommendations.
  • Plan, schedule, coordinate, & conduct detailed phases of failure mechanism investigations. Interface with outside service and analytical laboratories. Farm-out capital intensive tasks.
  • Train others in physics of failure, analytical techniques, and analysis methodology.
  • Benchmark failure analysis methods, systems, and operations at other semiconductor manufacturers. Act as a facilitator of continuous improvement, working on proactive and preventative changes.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Failure Analysis Engineer.

What is the experience level required for this job?

The experience level required is Individual Contributor.

What type of employment is being offered for this position?

This is a Full-Time position.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Hillsboro, OR, US.

What is the main responsibility of a Failure Analysis Engineer at Qorvo?

The main responsibility is to perform failure analysis to determine failure root causes on yield fall-out, aging & environmental stress failures, and customer returns.

What are some specific tasks that a Failure Analysis Engineer will perform?

Specific tasks include conducting hands-on failure analysis, performing DC electrical testing, circuit analysis, fault isolation, micro-probing, de-processing, material analysis, and failure duplication.

What qualifications are preferred for this job?

A B.S./M.S. in electrical engineering, solid-state physics, chemistry, or material science is preferred, along with 3-5 years of experience in semiconductor yield or failure analysis.

What skills are important for this position?

Important skills include excellent analytical abilities, strong written and verbal communication skills, familiarity with semiconductor fabrication processes, and strong personal computing skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access).

Is there a requirement for hands-on work in this role?

Yes, there is a strong desire for hands-on work in a lab environment as part of this position.

What kind of work environment can the Failure Analysis Engineer expect?

The work environment may require significant hours in a cleanroom and involves working with noisy environmental test chambers. It may also require de-processing and decapsulation of semiconductor products.

Are there any travel requirements for this position?

Yes, some travel may be required to visit customers, interface with subcontractors, and audit suppliers.

What kind of company culture or values does Qorvo promote?

Qorvo promotes a culture of innovation, excellence, growth, and a passion for creating what's next, and they support diversity and equal employment opportunity.

How does Qorvo view its employees and their contributions?

Qorvo values its employees as a unified global team committed to excellence and innovation, shaping the future of wireless communications.

Is Qorvo an Equal Employment Opportunity employer?

Yes, Qorvo is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Affirmative Action employer.

Semiconductor solutions that connect, protect and power the world around us

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Qorvo (Nasdaq: QRVO) supplies innovative semiconductor solutions that make a better world possible. We combine product and technology leadership, systems-level expertise and global manufacturing scale to quickly solve our customers' most complex technical challenges. Qorvo serves diverse high-growth segments of large global markets, including consumer electronics, smart home/IoT, automotive, EVs, battery-powered appliances, network infrastructure, healthcare and aerospace/defense.

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