ASIC Process & FA Engineer  

What you will do

As ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) Process & FA Engineer within imec IC-link, you will be part of a team composed by test engineers, product & production engineers, assembly & packaging engineers, supply chain and project managers. 

• You will evaluate electrical, thermal and mechanical characteristics of ASICs, to determine root cause of failure. 
• You will analyze failure reports and recommend corrective action to prevent reoccurrence of problems. 
• You will support new processes and product transfer. 
• You will work together with the other imec teams and the external subco’s to take a technical challenge from problem identification to final solution. 
• The assignments are broad in nature, usually requiring initiative, originality and excellent problem-solving skills. 
• The various tasks include but are not limited to: 
  • Drive failure analysis investigations on parts complained by customer and in house rejects. 
  • Plan and improve failure analysis capability and capacity continuously. 
  • Improve overall product quality and drive to zero customer returns.

What we do for you

We offer you the opportunity to join one of the world’s premier research centers in nanotechnology at its headquarters in Leuven, Belgium. With your talent, passion and expertise, you’ll become part of a team that makes the impossible possible. Together, we shape the technology that will determine the society of tomorrow.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and proud of our open, multicultural, and informal working environment with ample possibilities to take initiative and show responsibility. We commit to supporting and guiding you in this process; not only with words but also with tangible actions. Through imec.academy, 'our corporate university', we actively invest in your development to further your technical and personal growth. 

We are aware that your valuable contribution makes imec a top player in its field. Your energy and commitment are therefore appreciated by means of a market appropriate salary with many fringe benefits. 

Who you are

• Master’s degree in Electronics or Physics, preferably with 15+ years of relevant experience in process & FA engineering. 
• Good knowledge of failure analysis techniques: microsectioning, FIB, SEM, SAM, Xray, Hot Spot analysis (EMMI, OBirch, liquid crystals...) 
• Knowledge of the MIL STD for automotive, space, medical and industrial ASIC qualification flows is a MUST. 
• Good organizational skills and the ability to work well under pressure. 
• Good communication skills (English is the working language). 
• Problem solving skills, risk-based decision-making skills. 
• Flexible to travel (1 week/ 3months). 

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