Mid Level Failure Analysis Engineer Jobs
Mid level failure analysis engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own investigations end to end, mentor junior colleagues, and present findings to cross-functional stakeholders without close supervision. Most openings are on-site or hybrid, concentrated in Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Education, with employers like Micron Technology, BD, and AMD hiring at this level now.
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Micron Idaho Semiconductor Manufacturing (Triton) LLC
Perform Electrical and Physical Failure Analysis (EFA/PFA) investigative work for defect issues identified by yield enhancement and Fab customers. Monitor recently probed material and categories dead die into known defect issue categories and investigate new or unknown defect issues. Perform advanced data analysis on new issues, document findings, and communicate to part owners. Mentor and assist FA technicians with yield investigations. Perform advanced data analysis to support failure analysis results in pursuit of root cause. Summarize investigation findings into a single report, including the potential root case. Mentor and assist FA Technicians with complex FA testing and techniques. Work to support company and department objectives and vision plans.
Employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physical Science or a related field, and 3 years of work experience in job offered or in a related occupation. In lieu of Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience, employer will accept 5 years of work experience in job offered or in a related occupation. Any suitable combination of education, training, or experience is acceptable.
Position requires:
1. Physical failure analysis for DRAM memory components
2. Data analysis to support failure analysis results in pursuit of root cause
3. Physical failure analysis (PFA) tools including Scanning Electron Microscopes, Dual Beam - Focused Ion Beam, and Transmission Electron Microscopes
4. Elemental analysis using EELs and EDS mapping tools
5. Maintenance on PFA tooling
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
Micron Idaho Semiconductor Manufacturing (Triton) LLC
Perform Electrical and Physical Failure Analysis (EFA/PFA) investigative work for defect issues identified by yield enhancement and Fab customers. Monitor recently probed material and categories dead die into known defect issue categories and investigate new or unknown defect issues. Perform advanced data analysis on new issues, document findings, and communicate to part owners. Mentor and assist FA technicians with yield investigations. Perform advanced data analysis to support failure analysis results in pursuit of root cause. Summarize investigation findings into a single report, including the potential root case. Mentor and assist FA Technicians with complex FA testing and techniques. Work to support company and department objectives and vision plans.
Employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physical Science or a related field, and 3 years of work experience in job offered or in a related occupation. In lieu of Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience, employer will accept 5 years of work experience in job offered or in a related occupation. Any suitable combination of education, training, or experience is acceptable.
Position requires:
1. Physical failure analysis for DRAM memory components
2. Data analysis to support failure analysis results in pursuit of root cause
3. Physical failure analysis (PFA) tools including Scanning Electron Microscopes, Dual Beam - Focused Ion Beam, and Transmission Electron Microscopes
4. Elemental analysis using EELs and EDS mapping tools
5. Maintenance on PFA tooling
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
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Mid Level Failure Analysis Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level failure analysis engineer job?
Position your experience around ownership, not just participation. Highlight investigations you led from symptom to root cause, tools you used independently like SEM, FIB, or FMEA, and any findings that directly influenced design or process changes. Applications that show measurable impact, such as defect rates reduced or yield improved, stand out far more than a list of tasks performed under supervision.
Which companies hire mid level failure analysis engineers?
Companies hiring mid level failure analysis engineers right now include Micron Technology, BD, and AMD, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from semiconductor manufacturers, aerospace and defense contractors, automotive OEMs, and electronics firms that run dedicated reliability or quality engineering teams.
Are there remote mid level failure analysis engineer jobs?
Yes, though most roles require hands-on lab access. About 0% of mid level failure analysis engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in failure reporting, documentation, or customer-facing engineering support rather than bench-level physical analysis work.
How do I move up to a mid level failure analysis engineer role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built on consistently owning outcomes rather than steps in a process. That means progressing from assisted investigations to leading them independently, gaining proficiency in advanced characterization techniques, and demonstrating that your findings influenced real decisions. Engineers who document impact clearly and take on cross-team work tend to make this transition faster.
Which industries hire the most mid level failure analysis engineers?
Mid Level failure analysis engineer roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they operate under strict reliability standards and face significant cost or safety consequences when components or systems fail in the field.