Ocotillo Failure Analysis Engineer — TEM/Probing Engineer

Job Title

Ocotillo Failure Analysis Engineer — TEM/Probing Engineer

Role Summary

Perform failure analysis and electrical probing on silicon devices to identify defects, determine root cause, and improve yield. Work within Intel's manufacturing failure analysis team to integrate TEM/SEM/FIB and probing workflows and support process and product reliability for advanced silicon and packaging technologies.

Experience Level

Mid-level. Minimum 2+ years of hands-on experience with TEM, FIB, SEM, nanoprobing instrumentation, or equivalent lab sample preparation experience.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include hands-on analysis, test execution, and collaboration with cross-functional teams:

• Operate and maintain failure analysis lab tools such as TEM, SEM, and optical microscopes.
• Perform electrical probing and advanced characterization on wafer-level and site-specific structures.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot probe stations and electrical measurement systems.
• Execute complex test plans and interpret schematics, layouts, and device structures for fault isolation.
• Analyze electrical data (IV, CV, leakage, shorts/opens) to support root cause identification.
• Integrate probing with SEM, FIB/PFIB, and TEM workflows for comprehensive failure analysis.
• Develop and improve probing methods, workflows, and best-known methods (BKMs).
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians and support lab sustaining activities.

Requirements

Must-have qualifications first, followed by common preferred skills.

• Must-have: 2+ years hands-on experience with TEM, FIB, SEM, nanoprobing instrumentation, or 2+ years in a lab preparing samples for analysis.
• Must-have: Proven ability to operate and troubleshoot probe stations and electrical measurement systems.
• Must-have: Experience analyzing electrical test data (IV, CV, leakage, shorts/opens) and performing fault isolation.
• Must-have: Ability to interpret schematics, layouts, and device structures and execute detailed test plans.
• Must-have: US citizenship required and ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance.
• Nice-to-have: Knowledge of semiconductor process fundamentals and failure analysis toolsets in a semiconductor lab.
• Nice-to-have: Demonstrated leadership or experience guiding lab staff and improving lab uptime, calibration, and procedures.
• Nice-to-have: Experience with US Government contracts, sensitive document handling, or an active government security clearance (Secret or Top-Secret).
• Nice-to-have: Strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated rapid learning of lab instrumentation.
• Nice-to-have: Willingness to work a shifted schedule that may include weekend coverage.

Education Requirements

Required: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Engineering, or a related STEM field. Preferred: MS or PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Engineering, or related STEM fields. The posting also allows equivalent practical experience (degree, research, prior job, or internship combinations) in place of formal education.

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.