Senior Engineer I, Systems Engineering

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For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving. But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world. Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.

The Senior Systems Engineer I will perform the duties of a Reliability Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Electrical, Mechanical, and Embedded Firmware Engineers, in a laboratory and office environment. The role is responsible for conducting reliability analysis of both ASM’s internal RF and DC products as well as products produced by ASM’s OEM suppliers. Responsibilities also include conducting and supervising all internal ASM reliability tests, including Highly Accelerated Life Test (HALT) testing and Accelerated Life Cycle Testing. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Reports to Vice President of Engineering

Role:

• Responsible for all engineering Failure Analysis (FA) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and collaborates with responsible engineers to implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrences of failures.
• Conducts design reviews to identify potential weaknesses and failure points within both ASM’s and ASM’s supplier’s products.
• Develops, runs, and manages reliability testing of ASM’s RF and DC products using HALT testing and Accelerated Life Cycle Testing.
• Manages key product metrics such as Mean Time Between Failure (MBTF).
• Develops and provides monthly reliability status including failure trends and reliability improvements.

Participates in product design reviews, provides Design for Reliability (DfR) feedback, and supports Failure Mode And Effects Analysis (FMEA) and qualification testing.

Requirement :

Technical Skills / Knowledge

• Knowledge of failure modes, including Physics-of-Failure, in high-power semiconductor devices, including MOSFETs and PiN diodes.
• Knowledge of failure mechanisms in AC-DC and DC-RF power supplies.
• Knowledge of solder joint fatigue failures.
• Programing skills to code and automate product testing and data collection.
• Knowledge of database management.
• Reliability design practices (thermal cycling, vibration, fatigue).

Preferred but not required experience

• Semiconductor manufacturing equipment experience.
• Experience with RF power delivery for plasma systems.
• Hands-on RF lab testing experience.

Independence/ Accountability

• Demonstrates strong ownership of assignments, with the ability to execute independently while contributing effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Thrives in a fast-paced development environment, managing priorities with minimal supervision while consistently delivering results.
• Applies disciplined time management and prioritization skills to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.

Problem Solving

• Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify root causes and implement effective, data-driven solutions.

Communication Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical concepts.

Customary Education and Experience

• MS Degree in Reliability Engineering.
• Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) certificate from American Society for Quality (ASQ)
• Preference will be given to candidates with 3+years of experience

Working needs :

• Walking, standing, and sitting
• Lengthy periods of computer usage
• Handling – seizing, holding, grasping, and fingering of objects
• Vision – close vision, color differentiation

Working Conditions :

• Office and Laboratory setting
• Moderate noise level
• Moderate travel required

Flexible hours. May be required to work on off hours and weekends.

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