Materials Analyst, Microscopy (XSEM)

About the role

The Advanced Microscopy team is seeking a Materials Analyst to join our XSEM (Cross-Section Scanning Electron Microscopy) Engineering group. This is a hands-on, production-focused role centered on SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy) Imaging, sample prep cross-sectioning, and micro cleaving, to support advanced materials and semiconductor analysis for clients across multiple industries.

The successful candidate will be a strong technical contributor who thrives in a fast-paced lab environment, enjoys focused tool time, and values producing high-quality, site-specific results within defined client timelines.

A typical day in this role includes

• Efficiently utilizing scanning electron microscope and appropriate sample preparation techniques to provide high-quality data to clients.
• Managing multiple client samples, ensuring adherence to internal quality and security standards and turnaround commitments.
• Working closely with your team to optimize workflows, improve efficiency, and maintain consistent output.
• Collaborating with internal analytical teams and as needed, clients to understand analysis requirements and standardized procedures.

Additional information

This role is well-suited for analysts who prefer focused tool time, hands-on execution, and technical problem-solving in a collaborative lab setting.

Work Schedule

Tuesday to Saturday, 6pm-3am (10% night shift differential will apply)

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science & Engineering or a related field, or equivalent industry experience. This position is designed for early- to mid-career professionals (BS/MS level) and is not aligned with PhD-level candidates.
• Hands-on experience with SEM OR strong academic / early-industry exposure with demonstrated capability to independently execute sample preparation workflows.
• Working knowledge of electron microscopy principles (SEM).
• General understanding of semiconductor device physics and failure analysis. concepts gained through coursework, lab work, or prior industry experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven lab environment.

What Would Set You Apart

• Advanced SEM imaging or sample preparation experience.
• Prior experience supporting high-throughput or production laboratory environments.
• Clear, timely technical communication with internal teams and external clients.

Why This Role

• Extensive, uninterrupted hands-on tool time.
• Exposure to a wide range of advanced materials and semiconductor technologies.
• A collaborative team culture focused on technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Evening shift structure that supports deep focus and accelerated technical mastery.

Physical Requirements

• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office or laboratory to access file cabinets, machinery, equipment etc.
• Ability to continuously operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods of time (4 or more hours).
• Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard and other lab equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 90% of the time.
• Ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably with sufficient volume to ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting.
• Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, ability to communicate with visitors, ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.

Additional Information

What It's Like to Work Here

• Teamwork: Be inspired by your leaders, be encouraged by your teammates and be supported in all parts of your journey while you work with us.
• Learning & Development: Take on career development programs and goal setting to create big possibilities for your career and life. Develop within the company; be mentored and grown as a leader.
• Diversity & Authenticity: We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Benefits & Perks to Foster Work/Life Balance

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401k Company Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program
• Education Assistance
• Volunteer Time Off

…and more!