Physical Failure Analysis Engineer / Senior Engineer (PFA)

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Physical Failure Analysis (PFA) Engineer (or Senior Engineer) to join our team. This role is central to our laboratory operations, focusing on advanced micro-structural analysis and sample preparation to support the semiconductor and electronics industries.

• Advanced Analysis: Perform high-precision physical failure analysis using FIB (Focused Ion Beam), SEM, and EBSD (Electron Backscatter Diffraction) techniques.
• Crystallographic Characterization: Utilize EBSD to analyze grain orientation, texture, and phase identification to support root-cause failure investigations.
• Sample Preparation: Prepare high-quality TEM (Transmission Electron Microscopy) lamella using specialized FIB-related lift-out techniques.
• Reporting: Compile comprehensive analytical reports detailing FIB-SEM, SEM-EDS and EBSD findings for client delivery.
• Standardization: Document and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training modules, and certification specifications for failure analysis workflows.
• Innovation: Participate in the research and development of new failure analysis techniques and evaluate emerging technologies to maintain lab excellence.
• Shift Operations: Work within a rotational shift system (Quarterly Day/Night shift rotation).

• Education: Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, or Master’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Electronic, Materials Science, or a related discipline).
• Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with FIB, SEM, and EDX is highly desirable.

• Industry Knowledge: A solid understanding of semiconductor device physics and manufacturing processes.
• Soft Skills: A keen learner with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Flexibility: Must be able to perform night shift work with flexible working periods.
• Experience Level: Open to Fresh Graduates for the Engineer level; experienced candidates will be considered for the Senior Engineer role.

• Competitive monthly salary ($4,000 – $6,000).
• Highly attractive shift allowance provided for day/night shift rotations.