Failure Analysis Engineer (2027 New College Graduate)
GlobalFoundriesJob Title
Failure Analysis Engineer (2027 New College Graduate)
Role Summary
Join the advanced analytical laboratory at GF Fab 9 in Essex Junction, VT to support semiconductor manufacturing, yield improvement, and root-cause investigations. The role focuses on failure analysis, materials characterization, and data-driven problem solving to improve process understanding and manufacturing outcomes.
Experience Level
Entry-level — new college graduate (position targeted to candidates graduating with a Bachelor's degree).
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include laboratory-based failure analysis, data interpretation, and cross-functional communication to support yield and reliability.
- Perform failure analysis investigations for yield, reliability, and manufacturing issues using analytical techniques (including SIMS).
- Analyze characterization data, interpret results, and report findings to engineering and manufacturing teams.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define investigation strategies and optimize analytical methods.
- Develop technical expertise in semiconductor materials analysis, failure mechanisms, and laboratory equipment through hands-on training and mentorship.
Requirements
Key non-educational requirements and preferred skills.
- English fluency (written and verbal).
- Willingness to travel up to 10%.
Nice-to-have:
- Prior internship, co-op, undergraduate research, or laboratory experience related to semiconductor processing, materials characterization, or failure analysis.
- Experience with materials characterization techniques such as SIMS, SEM, EDX, optical microscopy, or spectroscopy.
- Experience working in a laboratory, cleanroom, semiconductor, or manufacturing environment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-interpretation skills; demonstrated leadership through projects or student organizations.
- Interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to improve workflows and decision-making.
Education Requirements
Graduating with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited program in Materials Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Semiconductor Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.
About the Company
Company: GlobalFoundries
Headquarters: Saratoga Springs, New York, USA
GlobalFoundries is a leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry, with facilities in multiple countries, including the USA. The company develops a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies and employs around 13,000 people worldwide. GlobalFoundries focuses on enhancing competitiveness in specialized application solutions and fostering innovation in mobile communications, consumer electronics, and automotive applications.
