Technician, Engineering
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Technician, Engineering

We are seeking a detail-oriented and efficient Technician, FA to join our team in PN Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia. A Technician supports the Failure Analysis team by executing hands‑on Defect analysis, sample preparation, FA laboratory equipment operation and data collection to identify failure modes in the disk and head. The role focuses on equipment operation, lab processes, and documentation, working under the guidance of FA Engineers. Failure Analysis Support Assist FA engineers in failure analysis investigations for: In‑line failures, reliability test failures, and customer/field returns. Perform basic electrical and physical failure analysis following standard operating procedures (SOPs). Sample Preparation & Handling Prepare samples for analysis, including: Labeling/marking Disk Orientation & Location Track and manage samples throughout the FA workflow. Equipment Operation and maintain of FA laboratory equipment, such as: Optical microscopes AFM, Zygo & OSA (under supervision/training) Perform daily equipment checks and basic troubleshooting. Capture and organize: Optical images Measurement data Test results and observations Maintain accurate and detailed FA records in databases or logbooks. Support FA engineers in report preparation.