Quality Engineer

Quality Test Engineer

The Quality Test Engineer is responsible for failure analysis, qualification testing, and reliability monitoring of semiconductor devices, including high-voltage, analog, mixed-signal integrated circuits, and optically isolated devices. This role conducts detailed investigations into customer field failures, performs comprehensive electrical and physical testing, and delivers timely, high-quality reports. The engineer owns and manages the site failure analysis laboratory, supports quality and compliance programs, and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in product reliability and performance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead failure analysis (FA) activities for semiconductor devices, including high-voltage, analog, mixed-signal ICs, and optically isolated devices.
• Perform detailed analysis of customer field failure samples using visual and microscopic inspection, photo documentation, and other appropriate FA techniques.
• Conduct automated test equipment (ATE) testing, bench electrical characterization, x-ray analysis, chemical or laser decapsulation, thermal characterization, and related methods to determine root cause of failures.
• Coordinate with external laboratories when advanced or specialized failure analysis techniques are required.
• Perform investigation triage and deep-dive analyses to develop hypotheses for failure mechanisms and troubleshoot new failure modes.
• Prepare and complete clear, accurate, and timely failure analysis reports within tight deadlines.
• Conduct qualification and reliability testing to qualify new and improved products and monitor reliability of existing products.
• Analyze qualification and reliability results and prepare comprehensive qualification reports.
• Own and manage the site FA laboratory, ensuring organized operation, safe use of equipment, and adherence to established procedures.
• Oversee lab equipment maintenance and calibration to ensure reliable and accurate test results.
• Create, maintain, and improve operating procedures for lab activities and testing techniques.
• Train team members and other users on lab procedures, equipment operation, and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in testing techniques, methodologies, and lab processes.
• Support ISO 9001 and IATF compliance audits and internal audits by providing documentation, data, and technical input.
• Contribute to broader quality programs and initiatives, applying quality control principles and methodologies.
• Collaborate closely with qualification engineers, technicians, and the R&D team to resolve issues and enhance product reliability.
• Apply fault tree analysis, 5 Why (5Y), and FMEA methods to systematically identify and address root causes of failures.
• Perform component-level testing and reliability engineering activities as needed.
• Carry out other related duties as assigned to support the quality and reliability function.

Essential

Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• One or more years of relevant experience in electronics, test engineering, or related fields.
• Hands-on experience with failure analysis and/or bench electronic testing equipment.
• Thorough understanding of electronics and integrated circuit behavior.
• Ability to perform component-level testing and electrical circuit testing.
• Experience with failure analysis methodologies, including FMEA, fault tree analysis, and 5 Why (5Y).
• Knowledge of semiconductor devices, including analog and mixed-signal ICs and optically isolated devices.
• Proficiency with automated test equipment (ATE) and related test setups.
• Ability to conduct bench electrical characterization, x-ray analysis, and decapsulation (chemical and/or laser).
• Experience in reliability engineering and reliability monitoring for semiconductor products.
• Familiarity with semiconductor IC product design, applications, manufacturing, and reliability considerations.
• Knowledge of industry standards such as JEDEC and AEC.
• Understanding of quality control principles, methodologies, and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong skills in root cause analysis and structured problem-solving.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate technical reports within tight time frames.

Additional Skills &

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in electrical engineering is a plus.
• Experience working in a dedicated failure analysis laboratory environment.
• Prior involvement in ISO 9001 and IATF compliance audits or internal quality audits.
• Experience supporting or leading qualification testing for new and improved semiconductor products.
• Comfort with using visual and microscopic inspection tools and documenting findings with high-quality photographs.
• Exposure to quality programs and continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing or R&D environment.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work closely with qualification engineers, technicians, and R&D teams.
• Ability to manage multiple investigations simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Attention to detail and a systematic approach to…