Chemical Lab Failure Analysis Engineer

About Business

Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL) is a greenfield venture of the Tata Group with expertise in manufacturing precision components.

Tata Electronics (a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd.) is building India’s first AI-enabled state-of-the-art Semiconductor Foundry. This facility will produce chips for applications such as power management IC, display drivers, microcontrollers (MCU) and high-performance computing logic, addressing the growing demand in markets such as automotive, computing and data storage, wireless communications and artificial intelligence.

Tata Electronics is a subsidiary of the Tata group. The Tata Group operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, with the mission 'To improve the quality of life of the communities we serve globally, through long term stakeholder value creation based on leadership with Trust.

Responsibilities

• Lead chemical failure analysis activities using advanced analytical techniques such as ICP-MS, GC-MS, IC, and VPD for semiconductor materials and processes.
• Drive qualitative and quantitative analysis of raw materials, chemicals, ultra-pure water, and process samples to support manufacturing and quality programs.
• Own method development, optimization, and validation for chemical analysis and contamination monitoring.
• Interpret complex analytical data to identify contamination sources and provide actionable insights for process improvement and yield enhancement.
• Oversee calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of analytical instruments to ensure high accuracy, reliability, and uptime.
• Establish and enforce contamination control practices, including proper sample handling, labelling, and cleanroom protocols.
• Collaborate with Process, Facilities, Quality, and Reliability teams to resolve chemical-related issues and excursions.
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for contamination and failure events.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (CIT) to enhance analytical capability, throughput, and data quality.
• Mentor and train engineers and technicians on chemical analysis techniques, lab practices, and data interpretation.
• Support lab operations, including capacity planning, vendor coordination, and compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to internal and global stakeholders.
• Travel may be required.
  
  

Essential Attributes

• Strong technical expertise in chemical analysis and contamination control
• Leadership mindset with ability to mentor and develop teams
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
• Ability to work across cross-functional and global teams
• High attention to detail and commitment to data integrity
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Continuous improvement and innovation mindset
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s/ PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
• Strong expertise in analytical techniques such as ICP-MS, GC-MS, Ion Chromatography (IC), and VPD
• Good understanding of semiconductor materials, chemicals, and contamination control
• Experience in method development, calibration, and troubleshooting of analytical instruments
• Knowledge of cleanroom protocols and chemical handling standards
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and drive technical solutions
  
  

Desired Experience Level

• 10–15+ years of experience in semiconductor / chemical analysis / analytical lab environment
• Strong hands-on experience in advanced chemical analysis techniques
• Proven track record in contamination control, yield improvement, and failure analysis
• Experience in leading teams and managing lab operations
• Experience in semiconductor fab, ultra-pure water systems, or chemical supply chain is a plus