Materials Analysis Engineer I

Rochester Electronics is immediately hiring for a Materials Analysis Engineer I!

General Summary

Materials Analysis Engineer responsible for analysis of materials used in the production and handling of integrated circuits.

Responsibilities

• Provides wafer or die level X-Section and Strip-back analysis for Failure Analysis, Quality, or IC Recreation.
• Works closely with Product and Test Engineers to identify IC failures and report any findings.
• Performs installations of failure analysis equipment and follows testing procedures to ensure proper working order of the tool.
• Identifies and addresses potential areas for improvement, including tools, cycle time, utilization, and cost.
• Write and maintain material analysis specifications.
• Perform a variety of F/A junctions, including Chemical and Plasma De-processing, Cross Sectioning, Junction Staining, Optical and SEM microscopy, EDS, SEM Backscatter, Laser Isolation, the use of a FIB (Focused Ion Beam), and C-SAM(Scanning Acoustic Microscopy).
• Write and maintain FA procedures as they relate to the FA Lab.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in microelectronics, physics, or electrical engineering.
• A minimum of 3 years of work experience in a related field preferred
• Basic knowledge of semiconductor products, device layout, and process technologies
• Understanding of device physics and semiconductor fabrication techniques.
• Must have good communication skills to interface with Customers and Suppliers.
• Must be very organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently to research and develop new capabilities based on project needs.
• Must be able to work with chemical and physical de-processing with an attention to detail.
• Must be self-directed and able to work with very little assistance from others.
• Must be able to handle several active projects simultaneously (multitask).
• Provides leadership in improving lab logistics, including tracking and improving performance metrics
• Understands and operates a wide variety of FA tools to identify the root cause of failures (Including but not limited to JEOL 5900LV with EDAX and JEOL 6401FV, Polishers, Reactive Ion Etcher, Jet Etcher, X-Ray)

For the last 40 years, Rochester Electronics, in partnership with over 70 leading semiconductor manufacturers, has provided our valued customers with a continuous source of critical semiconductors. As an original manufacturer stocking distributor, Rochester has over 15 billion devices in stock encompassing more than 200,000-part numbers, providing the world’s most extensive range of end-of-life (EOL) and broadest range of active semiconductors. As a licensed semiconductor manufacturer, Rochester has manufactured over 20,000 device types. With over 12 billion die in stock, Rochester can manufacture over 70,000 device types.

At Rochester Electronics, we create an excellent employee experience focused on value, performance, motivation, recognition, and career growth. Many companies say their employees are their most important asset. At Rochester Electronics, we mean it! Our benefits include but are not limited to the following:

• Outstanding low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, Rochester pays 92% of the premiums on behalf of its full-time employees
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and holiday
• Two-tier Rochester match 401K program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible spending account

And so much more!

Rochester Electronics is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Rochester Electronics is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.