Sr. Technician - Microelectronics Failure Analysis

GlobalFoundries•Essex, VT

12d•Onsite

About The Position

GlobalFoundries Fab 9 is seeking a Sr. Technician - Microelectronics Failure Analysis with expertise in Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) to join our advanced analytical laboratory in Essex Junction, Vermont. This hands‑on role supports high‑volume semiconductor manufacturing, yield learning, and root‑cause determination through detailed physical failure analysis at the device and process level. This SEM technician is expected to operate with a high degree of independence, serve as a technical expert for SEM‑based analysis, and actively contribute to analytical method development, tool ownership, and mentoring within the lab.

Requirements

associate's degree (2‑year technical degree) in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Electronics, Semiconductor Manufacturing, Math or a related discipline OR equivalent military technical training
minimum 4 years of relevant technical experience
Ability to clearly communicate technical findings to engineers and lab leadership
Fluency in English (both written and verbal)
Familiarity with advanced SEM techniques (e.g., low‑kV imaging, cross‑section analysis, material contrast techniques)
Ability to periodically lift up to 30 pounds to support preventive maintenance and tool sustainment activities

Nice To Haves

Hands‑on experience with SEM in a semiconductor failure analysis or process‑support role
Experience acting as SEM tool owner, lead technician, or primary technical contact for SEM platforms
Demonstrated ability to independently perform SEM analysis and associated sample preparation, including mechanical cleaving and/or cross‑section preparation
Experience supporting high‑volume manufacturing fabs and fast‑turn-around root‑cause investigations
Working knowledge of TEM or optical failure analysis techniques (beneficial but not required)

Responsibilities

Independently execute complex, routine and non‑routine SEM‑based failure analysis, from wafer level through final interpretation, in support of yield, reliability, and manufacturing investigations as well as process optimization and technology development
Perform advanced sample preparation for SEM analysis, including precision mechanical cleaving, mechanical polishing (cross-section and planview), and FIB‑based site‑specific milling
Select and optimize SEM imaging conditions (e.g., voltage, current, detector selection, contrast mechanisms) to resolve subtle or ambiguous failure signatures
Interpret SEM results in the context of device structures, materials, and semiconductor process flows
Work with failure analysis engineers to help define optimal sample prep and analytical strategies
Develop, improve, and standardize SEM operating procedures, troubleshooting guides, and training documentation
Ensure thorough documentation of analytical results, imaging data, and tool status in lab reporting systems
Train and mentor junior technicians, sharing best practices in SEM operation, interpretation, and data quality
Promote strong safety, compliance, and continuous‑improvement culture in the lab environment
Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs
Other duties as assigned by manager / supervisor