Failure Analysis Engineer

Job Summary
As a Failure Analysis Engineer at NXP Semiconductors you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our cutting-edge semiconductor products. You will be responsible for investigating and identifying the root causes of device failures contributing directly to product improvement and customer satisfaction.

Job Responsibilities

* Perform detailed electrical failure analysis on advanced semiconductor devices including microcontrollers processors and analog circuits.
* Utilize a wide range of analytical techniques and equipment such as SEM/EDX OBIRCH emission microscopy and various electrical fault isolation debug tools.
* Develop and implement new failure analysis methodologies and techniques to address emerging technologies and failure modes.
* Collaborate closely with design product test and reliability engineering teams to provide timely and accurate failure analysis reports and corrective actions.
* Document analysis results thoroughly including detailed observations conclusions and recommended solutions.
* Participate in cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in product quality manufacturing processes and design.
* Provide technical expertise and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
* Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in failure analysis technologies and semiconductor device physics.

Job Qualifications

* Bachelor Masters or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering Materials Science Physics or a related field.
* Proven experience (3 years) in semiconductor failure analysis within a high-volume manufacturing or R&D environment.
* Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of semiconductor device physics processing and packaging technologies.
* Hands-on experience with a broad range of failure analysis tools and techniques (SEM/EDX PEM LIT OBIRCH LVP/EOP etc.).
* Proficiency in electrical debug and characterization techniques including curve tracing logic analysis and oscilloscopes.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to root cause analysis.
* Strong communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to present complex technical information clearly and concisely.
* Ability to work effectively in a collaborative fast-paced environment.
* Experience with statistical analysis tools and methodologies is a plus.

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