Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

PCBA Board Failure Analysis Engineer

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc • $100K — $130K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering required; Master's preferred.
  • Hands-on experience in failure analysis of PCBAs, boards, or systems.
  • Familiarity with destructive and non-destructive testing techniques.
  • Experience troubleshooting PCBA issues like power and performance.
  • Strong technical report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct laboratory analysis of PCBAs for failure diagnosis.
  • Investigate root causes of system and board failures.
  • Develop advanced failure analysis methodologies using tools like X-ray and SEM.
  • Create failure analysis reports for stakeholders.
  • Communicate technical issues and progress to teams and management.
  • Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams for process improvements.
  • Recommend Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Testability (DFT) enhancements.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Work-life balance initiatives.
  • Opportunities for continuous career advancement.
  • Inclusive workplace culture fostering diversity and collaboration.
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.
Full Job Description
THE ROLE:

As a PCBA Failure Analysis Engineer, you will play a critical role in diagnosing, isolating, and resolving complex board and system-level issues. This is a highly technical, hands-on position where you will work with advanced tools and methodologies to uncover root causes of failures and provide valuable feedback to improve AMD's product design, reliability, and manufacturing processes. You will collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure continuous improvement and robust product performance.

THE PERSON:

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and thrives in a lab-based environment. Success in this role requires strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to translate technical findings into actionable recommendations. You should be comfortable working independently as well as cross-functionally, driving both technical investigations and process improvements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conduct laboratory analysis of PCBAs to diagnose and isolate failure modes through visual inspection and electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes and DMMs.
  • Investigate and identify root causes of system and board failures, utilizing both destructive and non-destructive testing methods.
  • Develop and implement advanced failure analysis methodologies using tools such as X-ray, cross-sectioning, SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope), or FIB (Focused Ion Beam) for deeper analysis.
  • Create formal, concise failure analysis reports detailing findings, data, root causes, and recommended next steps for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Communicate progress, status, and technical issues effectively to management and cross-functional teams.
  • Partner with design, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to drive corrective actions and process improvements.
  • Provide recommendations for Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Testability (DFT) to enhance product reliability and manufacturability.


PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

  • Hands-on experience in failure analysis of PCBAs, boards, or systems.
  • Experience troubleshooting PCBA board-level issues such as power, temperature, and performance.
  • Experience with electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes and DMMs.
  • Familiarity with destructive and non-destructive analysis techniques including X-ray, cross-sectioning, SEM, and FIB.
  • Strong technical report writing and communication skills.
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams to drive corrective actions.
  • Knowledge of DFM and DFT principles.


ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering required, and a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred


This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

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Learn more about Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$100.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$2.4 billion
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+30.9%
Revenue
$9.7 billion
NASDAQ
AMD
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