F/A Engineer - Austin - Semiconductor Cooling Tech Company!

If you are a Failure Analysis Engineer with semiconductor related experience, please read on! $100k - $130k base Full-time/Permanent Onsite in Austin TX Full benefits + 401k matching + more! Based in Austin, Texas, we specialize in thermoelectric technology and are proud tofully designand manufacture in the United States. With a team that has over 100 years of experience in solid-state cooling, thermoelectric devices and structures, and thermal management, we provide environmentally friendly, sustainable solid-state heating, cooling, and energy harvesting technologies with ground-breaking efficiencies. We are currently seeking a talented Failure Analysis Engineer to join our cutting-edge thermoelectric engineering team in Austin, Texas. In this role, the engineer will lead and perform FIB/SEM cross-sectioning and other advanced physical analyses, applying deep technical expertise to diagnose failures and drive solutions to complex engineering challenges. Qualifications BS in Mechanical, Electrical engineering or similar field, MS is a plus 3+ years' semiconductor related F/A work using FIB/SEM tool Experience with other microscopy tools (AFM, EDS, EBSD) is a plus Data-driven mindset with attention to detail Excellent verbal communication and technical writing skills Thrives in a fast-paced environment with occasional weekend work Responsibilities Conduct X-sectioning, polishing, grinding, and lapping of metallographic samples to highlight microstructural features. Electrical probing combined with physical characterization methods like optical inspection (Keyence) and SEM to identify root cause of failures. Perform FIB cross-sectioning, SEM imaging, and EDS analysis on thermoelectric thin-film devices and process monitor samples Lead failure investigation workflows: define hypotheses, select appropriate analytical techniques, and drive root cause identification Correlate physical/structural findings with electrical characterization data (IV, resistance, impedance) to close the loop on device failures Document analysis results in clear technical reports with actionable process feedback Interface directly with process engineering and device teams to translate findings into yield improvement actions Coordinate and schedule access to university-hosted analytical facilities (FIB/SEM, AFM, etc.), manage sample logistics, and ensure efficient utilization of allocated tool time Serve as primary liaison with university nanofabrication/characterization facility staff to maintain access agreements and resolve scheduling or sample preparation issues Benefits $100k - $130k base 401k match PTO Full benefits including medical, dental, and vision Opportunity for professional growth Great company culture and work-life balance! Much more! #J-18808-Ljbffr CyberCoders