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Failure Analysis Engineer
Allegro MicroSystems
Manchester, GBR
Full-time
Senior · 30+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 3 weeks ago
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What You Will Do
- Conduct comprehensive electrical, physical, and material analysis on failed semiconductor devices (e.g., magnetic sensors, power ICs, motor drivers).
- Utilize advanced failure analysis techniques such as optical microscopy, SEM/EDX, FIB, OBIRCH, IR microscopy, X-ray, acoustic microscopy, and chemical decapsulation.
- Perform electrical characterization and fault isolation to pinpoint the exact location and nature of failures.
- Collaborate closely with design, process, product, test, and reliability engineering teams to understand failure mechanisms and provide actionable insights.
- Document failure analysis procedures, findings, and conclusions clearly and concisely in detailed reports.
- Maintain and calibrate failure analysis equipment, ensuring optimal performance and accuracy.
- Develop and implement new failure analysis methodologies and tools to improve efficiency and capability.
- Participate in cross-functional teams to drive corrective actions and preventive measures based on failure analysis results.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of product quality, reliability, and manufacturing processes.
- What You Will Need
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering is required.
- Understanding of semiconductor device physics, IC fabrication processes, and packaging technologies.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to root cause analysis.
- Ability to interpret complex electrical schematics and layouts.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information effectively.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with statistical analysis tools and methodologies for data interpretation.
- Experience with programming or scripting for automation of analysis tasks.
- Knowledge of reliability testing standards (e.g., AEC-Q100, JEDEC) and failure analysis techniques and equipment is a plus
- Experience with Allegro's specific product lines (e.g., magnetic sensors, power management ICs, motor drivers) is a plus
- Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the U.S without employer sponsorship, now or in the future. The company will not sponsor employment visas for this position, including F-1, OPT, CPT or other work authorization requiring future sponsorship.
- Why Allegro?
- Join Allegro and become part of a team where your contributions truly matter.
- We foster a culture of Real Innovation, empowering you to push boundaries, develop cutting-edge solutions, and drive continuous improvement. Your work will create a Real Impact by solving complex real-world challenges that fuel our success and shape the future of technology. You’ll experience Real Connection, collaborating with talented colleagues around the globe in an environment built on trust, respect, and a shared purpose. Join us—and help build what’s next.
- At Allegro, we are committed to providing a harassment-free environment of mutual respect to fuel innovation through inclusive thought collaboration. Allegro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, parental status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Allegro makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
- Eligible applicants must reside in a state where Allegro currently has an office location: This includes New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Texas, and Michigan. Certain positions (such as field sales roles) may be exempt from this requirement.
- We foster a culture of Real Innovation, empowering you to push boundaries, develop cutting-edge solutions, and drive continuous improvement.
- Your work will create a Real Impact by solving complex real-world challenges that fuel our success and shape the future of technology.
- You’ll experience Real Connection, collaborating with talented colleagues around the globe in an environment built on trust, respect, and a shared purpose.
- Join us—and help build what’s next.
About Allegro MicroSystems
Semiconductors4250 employeesFounded 1990
Public semiconductor designer and fabless manufacturer of sensor and application-specific power ICs for automotive and industrial customers.
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