About u-blox
u-blox (SIX:UBXN) is a global leader in automotive, industrial, and consumer markets, driving innovation through cutting‑edge positioning and short‑range communication technologies. We are the pioneers behind high‑precision technologies, providing smart and reliable solutions that enable people, vehicles, and machines to determine their precise position and communicate wirelessly. With headquarters in Thalwil, Switzerland, and offices across Europe, Asia, and the USA, we are making a global impact.
Job Description
Failure Analysis Engineer
At our headquarters in Thalwil, we run our own Quality Laboratory, where we perform environmental stress tests and functional testing for product qualifications as well as physical analyses of field returns, qualification failures and prototype devices. We are looking for a motivated failure analysis engineer who would like to develop in microelectronics failure analysis or who already has experience in this field. The successful candidate will handle complex instrumentation with a high degree of thoroughness, solve technical problems and apply combinatorial thinking. In close collaboration with the quality engineers, the engineer determines the root cause of failure by combining facts from the lab, field and production. This role plays an essential part in the improvement of quality and reliability of u‑blox’s products and our customers’ products and production processes.
Tasks
Conduct physical analyses in an appropriate timeframe and quality using physical and chemical, destructive and non‑destructive laboratory methods
Support company‑wide analysis requests by technical consultancy on laboratory methods and capabilities
Compile reports and report results to requesters
Take responsibility of selected PFA tools and methods
Organize trainings and documentation for respective equipment
Organize and conduct regular maintenance, repairs and cleanings for laboratory equipment
Support evaluation of new analysis equipment for the lab
Develop and document analytical techniques and procedures
Requirements
Bachelor‑ or master‑degree in electrical engineering, physics, material science or a similar discipline
Hands‑on laboratory experience
Knowledge of material‑science or semiconductor failure analysis laboratory methods
Basic understanding of electric circuits and their elemental devices (transistors, diodes, resistors, capacitors)
Ability to work independently on complex tasks in a timely way
High degree of self‑discipline and strong organizational skills
Very good English communication skills, both spoken and written
Swiss or EU/EFTA citizen or resident with valid work permit for Switzerland
EEO Commitment
We see diversity as a strength and promote a culture of inclusion among our employees. Our varied backgrounds, ideas and experiences are critical to our success. We strive to become a strong learning organization and are committed to providing our employees with equal opportunities regardless of differences such as gender, race, ethnicity, generations, belief.
How to Apply
Are you interested in this challenging position within an international work environment in a successful company? Apply now! You will be working with a motivated team in an exciting technology. We look forward to receiving your application.
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