Failure Analysis Lab Apprentice

Vishay Intertechnology; Newport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm in Newport is seeking a dedicated Failure Analysis Lab Apprentice to kick-start an engineering career. You will receive structured on-the-job training in a specialist laboratory while pursuing a Level 3 or higher apprenticeship. Responsibilities include collaborating within a team on investigations, maintaining logbooks, and adhering to safety procedures. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 GCSEs and an eagerness to learn and solve problems. This role offers a supportive environment and essential industry experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement of 18 years by March 2026.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.
• Self-motivated and logical approach.

Responsibilities

• Learn skills through on-the-job training.
• Support investigations in Failure Analysis laboratory.
• Maintain accurate logbooks and training notes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Team collaboration

Education

Minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths, English, and a Science

Further education in a science or engineering subject (A Level, BTEC, NVQ)

Job description

Failure Analysis Lab Apprentice page is loaded## Failure Analysis Lab Apprenticelocations: Newport, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-14247Kick - Start your Engineering Career with our Failure Analysis Apprenticeship.We’re bringing 1 new Apprentice into our Failure Analysis team, and you could be the one!You’ll be working towards your Level 3 or higher Apprenticeship, gaining real experience in our specialist laboratory while getting paid and studying one day a week. If you’re curious, practical, and enjoy understanding how things work (and why they sometimes don’t) this is your chance.**What You Will Do*** Learn new skills through structured on the job training with support from an experienced internal semiconductor engineering mentor.* Work within our specialist Failure Analysis laboratory supporting investigations on semiconductor devices and electronic components.* Maintain accurate logbooks and training notes throughout your apprenticeship.* By following all safety requirements and procedures you will learn how to work in a safe laboratory environment.* Collaborate effectively within a team as well as work independently with support from our engineering semiconductor engineering mentors.* Learn to follow engineering procedures, analysis techniques, and technical specifications.* Gain experience using advanced laboratory equipment such as X-Ray tools, CSAM tools, electron microscopes, electrical test equipment, and sample preparation tools.* Support engineers in identifying the root cause of device and packaged failures.* Attend college, study, and successfully pass all required modules.* Complete relevant NVQs with support from our onsite training provider.**What You Will Need*** A minimum of **5 GCSEs (grades A–C / 4–9)** including **Maths, English and a Science*** Further education in a science or engineering subject (A Level, BTEC, NVQ) is an advantage but not essential* **Applicants must be 18 years old by March 2026*** Ability to work effectively as part of a team, with strong communication and interpersonal skills* Self‑motivation and a logical approach to problem‑solving* Willingness to be flexible with working hours**Working Hours**This role begins as a **39‑hour week** while training (4 days on site and 1 day in college). As your experience grows, you will also gain exposure by working alongside other engineers from other departments.Vishay helps the world’s most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world, though you likely do not know it. Since 1962, we have defined what technology can be through our electronic components—we can also help you define your future. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally. Come join us and help us build the DNA of tech.### Building your experience.Along with the freedom and support to build your unique career, comes responsibility. Career advancement is earned, not given, at Vishay.Some of the attributes of successful Vishay employees include:* Self-driven and hardworking* Intellectually and culturally flexible, curious and eager to learn* Excited to give, and receive, a challenge* Have strong integrity & ethics* Thrive in a teamwork environmentWe welcome you to identify new opportunities, take chances, and show your ability—speaking up and stepping up will open doors to leadership, cross-team, cross-functional, and cross-border experiences that will define and redefine your development.