Engineer (Wafer Probing)

Job Title

Engineer (Wafer Probing)

Role Summary

Lead and perform wafer probing and failure analysis activities to support product yield, output, and cost targets within the hardware engineering team. The role focuses on measurement integrity, process flow, and cross-functional coordination to meet quality and yield objectives.

Work with process technicians, yield engineers and cross-functional teams to set up new technologies, qualify processes, and implement continuous improvements.

Experience Level

Entry-level. Targeted at fresh graduates or engineers with 1–2 years of relevant experience in wafer probing, failure analysis, or wafer fab operations.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include hands-on probing and analysis, maintaining measurement integrity, and leading continuous-improvement activities.

• Lead wafer probing and failure analysis activities to achieve product yield, output, and cost targets.
• Perform comprehensive wafer probing and failure analysis; document and report findings promptly.
• Coordinate with process technicians and yield engineers on hold-lot disposition and corrective actions.
• Ensure prober measurement integrity and matching across wafer probers; analyze and reduce NTF (no trouble found).
• Design, set up, and maintain probe cards/cores and related maintenance procedures.
• Support new technology transfer and qualification setups to maintain smooth process flow and product quality.
• Participate in OCAP, FMEA, Control Plans, and quality investigations; drive permanent resolutions and process robustness improvements.
• Coach and guide process technicians on failure/yield analysis and procedural implementation.
• Maintain and update procedures to ensure effective implementation and compliance.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and workplace attributes; nice-to-have items noted separately.

• Must-have: Hands-on interest or experience in wafer probing and failure analysis; strong understanding of wafer fab manufacturing processes and yield/product analysis.
• Familiarity with statistical and quality tools and methods (SPC, FMEA, DOE) and problem-solving frameworks (DMAIC, 5 Whys, cause-and-effect).
• Proficiency with common software tools such as MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, multi-task, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Nice-to-have: Direct experience with wafer fab process integration, prober matching, probe card maintenance, or related manufacturing yield improvement projects.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field is expected; fresh graduates are acceptable. Equivalent practical experience may be considered.

About the Company

Company: Qualcomm

Headquarters: San Diego, California, United States

Qualcomm is a global leader in semiconductor and telecommunications equipment, specializing in mobile technologies and innovations. Known for its Adreno GPUs, the company provides solutions enabling advancements in mobile gaming, AI, VR/AR, and autonomous driving. Qualcomm's cutting-edge technology and commitment to high-performance, power-efficient designs drive the evolution of mobile graphics and connectivity worldwide.