Failure Analysis Engineer - Nanoprobing

Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group >
Hardware Engineering

General

Summary:

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Failure Analysis Engineer to join our dynamic team. The primary responsibility of this role is the electrical characterization of semiconductor IC devices using advanced nanoprobe systems. The successful candidate will evaluate the electrical characteristics of systems, integrated circuits, components, and sub-components to determine the root cause of failures using nanoprobing and physical failure analysis tools and techniques.

• Conduct electrical characterization of semiconductor IC devices using nanoprobe systems.
• Evaluate electrical characteristics to determine root cause of failures.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering, Design Engineering, Quality Engineering, and Foundry Engineering teams.
• Analyze design, reliability, or yield failures down to the root cause.
• Utilize various state-of-the-art analytical tools and process acquired data to arrive at conclusions.
• Work autonomously or within a team to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams globally.
• Provide technical training and support to clients on nanoprobing and failure analysis techniques.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments, data, and findings.
• Ensure compliance with company and industry safety standards.
• Stay updated on industry advancements and new technologies related to nanoprobing and failure analysis.
• Participate in conferences and meetings to share expertise and knowledge.

• Hands-on experience in Nanoprobe Analysis
• Sound theoretical knowledge of Digital/Analog CMOS circuits.
• Experience with CAD layout tools. Ability to analyze layout and convert to basic schematics.
• Understanding of circuit function and relation to failure signatures.
• Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team environment.
• Hands-on experience in semiconductor IC Failure Analysis, including structural debug (ATPG) for yield and fault isolation techniques is a plus.

• Required:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronics and Communications.
• Preferred:
  Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
• OR Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
• OR PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may email disabili or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process.

Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.

EEO

Employer:

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.

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