Manufacturing Failure Analysis Engineer

Job Title

Manufacturing Failure Analysis Engineer

Role Summary

Investigate electrical and mechanical failures to improve yield, quality, and reliability of semiconductor products and packages. Work on the Penang Package FA LYA team within Intel Foundry to define failure analysis strategies, perform lab evaluations, and develop methodologies that support manufacturing startup and future technologies.

Deliver technical root-cause analysis and corrective actions that directly impact product quality and manufacturing efficiency.

Experience Level

Entry-level. Typical background: Bachelor's degree with 0–1 years of hands-on experience, or a Master's degree with no prior professional experience.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include hands-on failure investigations, methodology development, and cross-site knowledge sharing.

• Conduct failure analysis to determine root cause of defects in integrated circuits, components, subcomponents, and systems.
• Define and implement failure analysis strategies to improve yield, quality, and reliability.
• Perform lab evaluations of electrical and mechanical characteristics of materials and devices.
• Develop advanced electrical, analytical, and mechanical failure analysis methodologies for future technologies.
• Support technology and product transfer, manufacturing startup, and automation improvements in failure analysis processes.
• Analyze failure reports, recommend corrective actions, and drive shared learning across sites.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and attributes.

• Proficiency in electrical and mechanical testing methods and tools.
• Hands-on lab experience evaluating electrical and mechanical characteristics.
• Fundamental knowledge of material–device interactions and analysis techniques.
• Ability to define failure analysis strategies and develop methodologies.
• Ability to support technology/product transfer, manufacturing startup, and automation improvements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Nice-to-have:

• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work across teams.
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement in manufacturing technologies.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (0–1 years of hands-on experience) OR a Master’s degree in a relevant field with no prior professional experience. The posting does not specify exact majors; typical areas include engineering or other technical disciplines. No specific certifications or explicit equivalent-experience language were stated.

About the Company

Company: Intel Corporation

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

Intel Corporation is a leading multinational technology company known for its innovative semiconductor solutions, including microprocessors, artificial intelligence accelerators, and memory products. Headquartered in the United States, Intel focuses on cutting-edge technology and a collaborative working environment, driving advancements in semiconductor manufacturing to meet global demands. The company emphasizes professional development and aims to shape the future of technology through groundbreaking designs.