Failure Analysis Engineer – Microscopy & Materials (m/f/d) (Ingenieur/in - Werkstofftechnik)

About us Die European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) ist
ein Joint Venture von vier Technologieführern: TSMC, Bosch, Infineon
und NXP, um eine hochmoderne Halbleiterfabrik im Herzen Europas zu
errichten. ESMC steht für unser gemeinsames Engagement zur Stärkung
des europäischen Halbleiter-Ökosystems. Um uns beim Aufbau unserer
zukünftigen Fabrik in Dresden zu unterstützen, suchen wir einen hoch
motivierten und leidenschaftlichen Mitarbeiter (m/w/d): Failure
Analysis Manager – Microscopy & Materials (m/f/d) Are you passionate
about investigating the microscopic root causes of complex technical
challenges? As a Failure Analysis Engineer (m/f/d) at ESMC, you will
be the lead detective of our semiconductor fabrication facility in
Dresden. Starting on January 2027, you will drive the exciting
greenfield setup of our brand-new local FA laboratory – overseeing
the move-in, installation, and qualification of cutting-edge
analytical equipment. Once operational, you will run advanced electron
microscopes to analyze defect samples, support production tool
qualifications, and troubleshoot process issues. This is a unique
opportunity to blend high-level material science with practical,
hands-on diagnostics to maximize the reliability of our products!
Tasks Lab Establishment: Lead the physical setup of the local Dresden
FA Lab, including the installation, qualification, and initial
calibration of advanced analytical instruments. Physical Failure
Analysis: Apply hands-on expertise using advanced microscopy and
sputtering systems (including TEM, SEM, and FIB) to perform
high-resolution sample characterization. Root-Cause Investigation:
Support fab engineers in diagnosing defect, yield, and reliability
failures by providing timely, high-quality sample analyses. Team
Coordination: Train and functionally guide FA lab technicians in
running routine sample preparation, standard monitoring, and
continuous improvement tasks. Process Improvement: Build and document
specialized local knowledge regarding material structures, defect
physics, and packaging failure mechanisms. Production Continuity:
Deliver on-duty laboratory coverage during holidays and occasional
planned weekend overtime (approximately once per month) to support
critical production issues. Profile Must-Have: Education: Bachelor’s
or Master’s degree in Material Science, Physics, Nanotechnology,
Electrical/Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
Hands-on Experience: Minimum of 1 year of practical experience
operating advanced microscopy tools (such as SEM, TEM, or FIB). Note:
Relevant master's thesis work, university research projects, or
internships will be fully considered for ambitious fresh graduates.
Problem-Solving Mindset: A structured, detail-oriented approach to
analysis with a passion for troubleshooting and technical forensics.
Languages: Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.
Flexibility: Adaptability to evolving tasks in a dynamic
startup/greenfield environment, and a readiness to support occasional
weekend/holiday standby shifts. Nice to have: Prior experience in
semiconductor failure analysis, wafer manufacturing, or cleanroom
environments. Knowledge of basic chemistry/etching processes for
physical sample preparation. Basic communication skills in German
and/or Mandarin. What we offer Help build a completely new
semiconductor manufacturing site in Europe. Work in a highly
international environment with colleagues across Europe, Taiwan and
the US. Shape processes instead of maintaining existing structures.
Participate in global projects and cross-functional collaboration.
International onboarding including 3–6 months of training in Taiwan.
Jede Reise beginnt mit dem ersten Schritt. Der Einstieg bei ESMC zu
diesem frühen Zeitpunkt bietet Ihnen die einmalige Chance, die
Zukunft der Fab in Dresden aktiv mitzugestalten, Ihre Karriere
voranzutreiben und Ihr wahres Potenzial unter Beweis zu stellen. Sie
arbeiten in einer schnelllebigen, internationalen Startup-Umgebung und
haben gleichzeitig Zugang zu den Erfahrungen, Talenten und Ressourcen
des größten und fortschrittlichsten Halbleiterherstellers der Welt,
TSMC. Sie haben vielfältige Möglichkeiten, sowohl in Taiwan als auch
an anderen Standorten auf der ganzen Welt etwas über den Betrieb von
TSMC, die digitale Transformation und verschiedene Themen im
Zusammenhang mit fortschrittlichen Anlagen zu lernen. Contact BITTE
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*Please apply with English resume.