Materials Characterization Specialist

3 weeks ago

Orlando, Florida, United States NanoSpective Full time
Job Description

At NanoSpective, we are seeking a highly skilled Materials Characterization Specialist to join our team of experts in the science of materials. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for conducting advanced materials characterization and failure analysis techniques to diagnose and solve complex product failures.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in materials science, physics, and chemistry, with a focus on microelectronics and nanotechnology. You will be working with a range of materials systems, from metals and composites to microelectronics, ICs, MEMS, and photonics.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operation of HR-SEM, LOM, EDS, and FIB
  • Conduct failure analysis processes, including non-destructive testing (optical inspection, X-ray, acoustic microscopy) and electrical verification (curve trace, bench test, ATE)
  • Perform physical analysis such as decapsulation, delayering, and fault isolation to identify defects in microelectronics and other materials
  • Collaborate with clients to design and execute testing protocols and experiments that address their objectives, timelines, and technical requirements
  • Analyze and organize data from materials characterization and failure analysis tests to produce client reports with clear, impactful conclusions
  • Develop corrective action plans based on findings to help improve product quality and reliability
  • Prepare specimens for analysis (e.g., sectioning, polishing, ion beam milling), and ensure optimal strategies for sectioning and targeting specimen sites
  • Troubleshoot SEM and other equipment, conduct routine alignment and calibration, and perform more advanced troubleshooting as necessary
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve materials processing and product failures
  • Develop and document novel techniques and contribute to technical knowledge through research and engagement with the scientific community

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in materials science, physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, or similar science or engineering discipline
  • Strong foundation and industry experience in advanced materials characterization and failure analysis techniques
  • Proficiency with SEM, FIB, EDS, and other microscopy techniques for materials analysis
  • Strong foundation in failure analysis processes, including physical defect identification and electrical failure correlation
  • Experience with non-destructive and destructive testing methods (X-ray, acoustic microscopy, curve tracing)
  • Familiarity with microelectronic devices, reliability test failures, and production line failure analysis
  • Strong analytical skills, with an ability to troubleshoot complex issues and apply critical thinking to identify root causes
  • Digital literacy across various platforms
  • Experience with image processing & data analysis routines. Excellent aptitude/exceptional ability to learn new software
  • High level of technical document writing competency

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree or Ph.D. in Materials Science or related engineering discipline
  • Experience with advanced failure analysis techniques in areas such as fatigue, corrosion, wear failure, and contamination
  • Project and personnel management experience
  • Mastery of Microsoft business applications including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Teams, and SharePoint
  • Experience in scripting/programming, e.g., Python, Matlab, C++, etc. for data processing
  • Experience with machine learning techniques

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Understanding of materials science, engineering, physics, and chemistry (through coursework and/or employment)
  • Committed to maintaining ethical best practices, quality standards, data integrity, and validation based on scientific rigor
  • Mastery of the critical thinking process and ability to conduct research
  • Notices fine details and contextual nuance
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Highly developed practice of self-accountability
  • Finely honed interpersonal skills grounded in self-awareness and empathy
  • Adept communication skills - written, verbal, listening, and narrative
  • Disciplined, analytical approach to crystallize the objective and deliver impactful solutions
  • Excels in ability to define and meet goals
  • Able to efficiently parse tasks in accordance with priorities
  • Takes pride in accomplishment, finds joy in the process
  • Driven to meet the challenge of continuous improvement
  • Community focused - thrives in a team environment, eager to help others find success
  • Energized & effective in a fast-paced setting characterized by changing priorities and diverse subject matter

About NanoSpective

NanoSpective is an advanced materials characterization company. We are experts in the science of materials. We understand the landscape of nanotechnology & microelectronics. Our high-performance teams combine client consultation and critical thinking to deliver custom-tailored commercial analytical services with academic level attention to detail. Our culture prioritizes excellence in work product, personal well-being, client support, teamwork, mentoring, and community involvement. We are an inclusive company strengthened by diversity, equality, and voice. NanoSpective provides team members with a competitive compensation package and a unique opportunity to flourish within our organization at a time of dynamic growth.

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