Position Summary
The primary function of this position is to apply failure analysis methods and techniques to provide timely and accurate support for failure analysis submissions utilizing OFI (Optical Fault Isolation) tools, primarily Photon and Thermal emission type. Tasks include setting up a testing plan for each assigned job, which includes reviewing background information, hardware readiness, timeline estimation, testing plan, and reporting findings to internal and external customers. This job primarily revolves around utilizing fault isolation tools, ATE tools, and reporting your findings to outside groups. Successful candidate would should have strong multi-tasking skills and be ready to contribute in a fast-paced semiconductor environment. Flexibility in work schedule is required. 3 – 6 months on job training (OJT) will be provided to successful candidate.
Role and Responsibilities
Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:
Conduct physical failure analysis from low yield lots, baseline material, qualifications, and customer requests.
Identify the cause of failure by performing the sample selection, identifying the optimal analysis techniques to apply to ensure fast and accurate results for both internal and external customers.
Support manufacturing and engineering teams with physical failure analysis results for new process and product introduction, and product transfer activities with Integration and Process Engineering teams.
Represent the Analysis Engineering department in foundry customer meetings providing on time analysis results.
Analyze electrical as well as imaging results to find the root cause of issues and publishing them to team members and customers.
Recommend analysis approach based on customer’s failure mode data as well as our own electrical isolation results and abilities.
Generate and compile quality FA reports to internal and external customers to assist in issue resolution.
Skills and Qualifications
Here's what you'll need:
B.S. to PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Material Science, Physics or closely related discipline.
Good understanding of semiconductor FinFET fabrication process and semiconductor device physics (e.g Transistor, PN Junctions).
Basic knowledge and understanding of wafer/die level semiconductor Automated Test Equipment (ATE) tests and FA methodologies.
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
Strong project management, written and verbal communication skills. Teamwork oriented player with good communication and interpersonal skills.
Able to work in fast paced and multi-tasking environment.
Able to refine complex FA data into Fab language summary in generating FA report is a plus.
Hands-on experience on FA tools and techniques (SEM, FIB, PVC, OBIRCH & PEM) or ATE systems such as Teradyne UFLEX, Advantest V93K or T2000 is a plus.
Able to interpret FA and electrical ATE test data from die level down to transistor level is a plus.
Able to interpret and understand Wafer Level Reliability stress data such as TDDB, HCI, HTOL etc is a plus.
Experience with layout software (Camelot and/or Avalon) is a plus. Experience in handling customer returns FA is a plus.
Experience in developing new FA techniques and automation scripts using Python is a plus.
The current base salary range for this role is between $76,000 - $145,000. Individual base pay rates will depend on factors including duties, work location, education, skills, qualifications and experience. Total compensation for this position will include a competitive benefits package and may include participation in company incentive compensation programs, which are based on factors to include organizational and individual performance.
Total Rewards
At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, base pay is just one part of our total compensation package. The base compensation for this role will depend on education, experience, skills, and location.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
Paid maternity and paternity leave
Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
Wellness incentives and MORE
Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.
All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.
