Samsung Austin Semiconductor

Semiconductor

FailureAnalysisOFIEngineer

$76–145k Austin, Texas, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Failure Analysis OFI Engineer at Samsung Austin Semiconductor. Skills: Failure analysis, Fault isolation, Semiconductor device physics, ATE tools. Conduct physical failure analysis. Identify cause of failure”

What You'll Achieve.

Provide timely and accurate support for failure analysis submissions; Ensure fast and accurate results for both internal and external customers; Assist in issue resolution

Industry & Context.

Semiconductor
Problems you'll solve

analytical thinking; problem-solving ability

Eligibility Requirements

Flexibility in work schedule is required, U. S. Export Control Compliance, Applicants must be authorized to access such information or eligible for government authorization, Do not disclose to Samsung—or encourage Samsung to use—any confidential or proprietary information (including trade secrets) belonging to a current or former employer or other entity

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Good understanding of semiconductor FinFET fabrication process, Semiconductor device physics, Basic knowledge and understanding of wafer/die level semiconductor Automated Test Equipment (ATE) tests, FA methodologies, analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, Able to work in fast paced and multi-tasking environment

Nice to Have

Able to refine complex FA data into Fab language summary in generating FA report, Hands-on experience on FA tools and techniques (SEM, FIB, PVC, OBIRCH & PEM), ATE systems such as Teradyne UFLEX, Advantest V93K or T2000, Able to interpret FA and electrical ATE test data from die level down to transistor level, Able to interpret and understand Wafer Level Reliability stress data such as TDDB, HCI, HTOL, Experience with layout software (Camelot and/or Avalon), Experience in handling customer returns FA, Experience in developing new FA techniques and automation scripts using Python

What You'll Do.

Conduct physical failure analysis

Identify cause of failure

Support manufacturing and engineering teams

Represent Analysis Engineering department

Analyze electrical as well as imaging results

Recommend analysis approach

Generate and compile quality FA reports

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Support manufacturing and engineering teams; Represent Analysis Engineering department in foundry customer meetings; Publishing findings to team members and customers

Communication Scope

written communication skills; verbal communication skills; communication skills

Process & Methodology

project management

Full Job Description

**About Samsung Austin Semiconductor** Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow. **Come innovate with us!** **Position Summary** The primary function of this position is to apply failure analysis methods and techniques to provide timely and accurate support for failure analysis submissions utilizing OFI (Optical Fault Isolation) tools, primarily Photon and Thermal emission type. Tasks include setting up a testing plan for each assigned job, which includes reviewing background information, hardware readiness, timeline estimation, testing plan, and reporting findings to internal and external customers. This job primarily revolves around utilizing fault isolation tools, ATE tools, and reporting your findings to outside groups. Successful candidate would should have strong multi-tasking skills and be ready to contribute in a fast-paced semiconductor environment. Flexibility in work schedule is required. 3 – 6 months on job training (OJT) will be provided to successful candidate. **Role and Responsibilities** **Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For:** * Conduct physical failure analysis from low yield lots, baseline material, qualifications, and customer requests. * Identify the cause of failure by performing the sample selection, identifying the optimal analysis techniques to apply to ensure fast and accurate results for both internal and external customers. * Support manufacturing and engineering teams with physical failure analysis results for new process and product introduction, and product transfer activities with Integration and Process Engineering teams. * Represent the Analysis Engineering department in foundry customer meetings providing on time analysis results. * Analyze electrical as well as imaging results to find the root cause of issues and publishing them to team memb

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