Engineer, DPA; Destructive Physical Analysis | EAG Laboratories

Engineer, DPA (Destructive Physical Analysis) | EAG Laboratories

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Eurofins Scientific is a global leader in analytical testing, with over 950 labs across 60 countries. EAG Laboratories focuses on analytical chemistry, microscopy, surface analysis, and engineering sciences—including failure analysis, product reliability, and ATE testing.

Job Description: The DPA Engineer leads and performs advanced analysis on integrated circuits, components, relays, connectors, and other electronic devices used in high reliability applications. This role requires a strong engineering background, high attention to detail, ability to perform complex procedures, and hands‑on expertise in destructive and non‑destructive techniques.

• Lead Destructive Physical Analysis investigations per MIL-STD methods (e.g., 883, 750, 1580) to identify defects and assess reliability risks.
• Perform advanced analysis using optical/digital microscopy, SEM/EDS, X‑ray (2D/real‑time), and C‑SAM to characterize component construction and detect anomalies.
• Conduct cross‑sectioning, de‑lidding, chemical/plasma etching, hermeticity testing, and other physical analysis techniques.
• Design and implement test plans for reliability assessments and root cause investigations in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop and standardize new techniques and bring new tools online to enhance lab capabilities.
• Analyze sub‑micron level features to identify failure initiation sites and construction anomalies.
• Generate detailed technical reports and present findings to internal teams and customers.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO, JEDEC, AEC, IPC) and customer specifications.
• Provide technical guidance to technicians and junior engineers; mentor team members on best practices.
• Maintain adherence to safety protocols, Technology Control Plan, and quality system requirements.
• Protect confidential information and proprietary processes.

• Monday to Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (flexible)

This position works with defense‑related activities and is subject to ITAR. All considered applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by ITAR.

• U.S. Citizen
• U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder)
• Political Asylee or Refugee

• Preferred: BS degree in Electrical, Materials, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in failure analysis, semiconductor packaging, or electronics reliability.

• Expertise in FA techniques and firsthand experience with DPA and related methods.
• Familiarity with MIL‑STD test methods and industry standards (ISO, JEDEC, AEC, IPC).
• Proficiency with lab equipment and software tools (MS Office, Lab View, GDS layout).
• Knowledge of device physics, IC design, and electronics failure analysis methodology.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to work independently and multi‑task.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and collaboration.

• Ability to continuously operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods (4+ hours).
• Ability to operate a keyboard, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead.
• Must remain in a stationary position 80% of the time.
• Ability to communicate clearly and understandably in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in group settings.
• Ability to handle small and fragile devices with tweezers and/or fingers.
• Require close‑distance visual acuity with or without correction (glasses, contacts, etc.).
• Must be willing and able to wear PPE such as respirator, hard‑hat, steel‑toed shoes, safety glasses, laboratory coat, and other required devices or equipment.
• Ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in workflow contexts.
• Ability to move equipment or items up to 50 lb.

Compensation is aligned with market standards for the region and tailored to individual qualifications and experience.

• 401(k) Company Matching
• Wellness Program
• Volunteer Time…