Failure Analysis Technician 2

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible™. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).

          

The Failure Analysis Technician is responsible for investigating product and process failures, determining root causes, and supporting corrective and preventive actions to improve product quality and reliability. This role works closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams and utilizes advanced laboratory techniques to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis on electronic components, assemblies, and systems using established analytical methods.
• Identify root causes of failures and document findings with clear, data‑driven conclusions.
• Conduct laboratory tests and experiments to isolate failure mechanisms.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and present results to cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to recommend and support corrective and preventive actions.
• Operate and interpret results from analytical equipment, including SEM, X‑ray, EDX, and related tools.
• Support the development, refinement, and standardization of failure analysis techniques and procedures.
• Perform routine tool maintenance, calibration, and basic troubleshooting to ensure lab readiness.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and documentation standards.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Electronics, or a related technical discipline.
• Hands‑on experience in a laboratory environment performing testing and analysis.
• Working knowledge of semiconductor materials, electronic components, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience or exposure to failure analysis methodologies or related quality investigations.
• Familiarity with basic statistical analysis and quality tools (e.g., SPC, root cause analysis).
• Proficiency in the use of laboratory equipment and analytical tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with advanced analytical techniques such as SEM, EDX, X‑ray, or optical microscopy.
• Background in quality assurance or reliability engineering environments.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement or corrective action processes.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export  licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.  As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

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Job Req Type: Experienced

          

Required Travel: No

          

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days

The expected wage range for a new hire into this position is $29 to $37.

• Actual wage offered may vary depending on work location, experience, education, training, external market data, internal pay equity, or other bona fide factors.

• This position qualifies for a discretionary performance-based bonus which is based on personal and company factors.

• This position includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401k, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time, and other benefits.