Failure Analysis Engineer

Position: PHYSICAL FAILURE ANALYSIS ENGINEER Location: COVINGTON, GA JOB SUMMARY Responsible for performing physical failure analysis of glass substrates. This includes using a variety of techniques, such as microscopy, spectroscopy, and metallurgy to identify the root cause of failures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering and be able to work independently and as part of a team. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: - Investigate physical failures and defects including delamination, cracks, and voids using advanced microscopy and analytical techniques - Prepare samples for analysis, including cutting, polishing, and coating, while ensuring preservation of relevant features - Use optical microscopes, electron microscopes, and other imaging tools to examine samples at various scales - Analyze images to identify defects, fractures, corrosion, and other anomalies - Analyze data collected from various analyses to develop comprehensive understanding of failure mechanisms - Generate detailed reports outlining findings, analysis methodologies, and recommendations - Utilize spectroscopic methods to identify material compositions and elemental distributions - Perform mechanical and thermal testing - Prepare reports and documentation of failure analysis results - Work with other engineers and scientists to develop and improve the failure analysis process - Participate in quality control procedures, including instrument calibration and performance check - Troubleshoot technical issues - Provide support to the OQA function with analysis results REQUIREMENTS: - Experiences on SEM / FIB equipments (Analysis tools) - Proficiency in operating microscopy equipment (optical, SEM, FIB, TEM) and analytical tools (FTIR, EDX) - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify root cause of failures - Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document findings and observations - Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to juggle multiple high priority tasks QUALITIFICATIONS: - Strong knowledge of electronic devices and their failure mechanisms - Experience with a variety of failure analysis techniques - Proficiency in microscopy techniques, material analysis, and spectropy - Strong understanding of material properties, fracture mechanics, and root cause analysis - Proficiency in operating microscopy equipment (optical, SEM, TEM) and analytical tools (FTIR, EDX) EDUCATION: - Bachelor’s degree in material science, electrical engineering, or related field EXPERIENCE: - 0+ years of experience in physical failure analysis in electronic or semiconductor applications - Experience in a Manufacturing Environment SALARY: - $70,000 - $115,000