Kforce Inc · 16 hours ago
ESD Test Engineer
Redmond, WA
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70/hr - $80/hr
4+ years expKforce Inc is seeking an ESD Test Engineer to develop ESD solutions for low ESD threshold devices in Redmond, WA. The role involves understanding chip and package level ESD requirements, conducting failure analysis, and executing ESD testing protocols to enhance ESD robustness.
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Responsibilities
Work with Chip and Packaging teams to understand the ESD threshold and other requirements
Prepare action plans for the ESD solutions proposed by the team and execute the plans
Screen different ESD solutions and collect ESD test data quickly
Conduct electrical measurements before and after ESD experiments and thermal cycling experiments
Coordinate and conduct thermal cycling experiments
Set up CDM ESD test set up and verify its performance
Conduct quality analysis of as-received test samples and failure analysis of ESD tested and thermal cycled samples using Optical and Scanning electron microscopes
Work with other teams on short loop ESD solutions development and deliver the results in timely fashion
Conduct HBM and ESD tests on baseline and improved designs and document the ESD thresholds
Conduct failure analysis of devices using EBIRCH/EBIC/EBAC in SEM
Maintain ESD protection protocols during sample preparation, handling, packaging, and measurement stages
Work with other team members on different measurements and analyses in a multifunctional team environment
Qualification
Required
BS/MS in Materials science and engineering, Electronics engineering, or related field with 4-6 years of experience developing ESD solutions for microelectronic chips and packages
Experience in developing innovative ESD solutions for III-V substrate based devices
Experience with HBM and CDM testing and protocols for low ESD threshold devices
Experienced in conducting failure analysis on ESD solution prototypes and ESD tested devices and identify and classify different failure analysis modes and mechanisms
Experience with setting up CDM test set up and data collection
Experience with Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and EDS chemical analysis in the context of materials and failure analysis
Strong background and experience with statistical data analysis tools to estimate test sample requirements and test data analysis
Good communication and interpersonal skills, and a team player
Preferred
Experience with failure analysis of devices using EBIRCH/EBIC/EBAC in an SEM is a plus
Experience with thermal cycling of chips from room temperature to 4K is a plus
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision insurance
HSA
FSA
401(k)
Life, disability & ADD insurance
Paid time off
Paid sick leave
Company
Kforce Inc
Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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unknown2024-05-20IPO
2014-06-08Acquired
Leadership Team
Aaron Travis
Digital Experience Delivery Director | Kforce Consulting Solutions
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