Failure Analysis Engineer Jobs

A Failure Analysis Engineer within the quality control industry specializes in diagnosing and rectifying component and product failures. They investigate potential product failures, determine the root cause, and develop comprehensive reports, including corrective actions, to eliminate future occurrences. They often work in cross-functional teams, liaising with design, manufacturing, and quality assurance departments, to ensure products meet specified standards and performance criteria. Their work is vital in enhancing product reliability and improving customer satisfaction.

Potential candidates for this role should have a strong understanding of engineering principles, robust problem-solving skills, and a knack for statistical analysis. They should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with some roles requiring advanced specialization or certification such as a Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE). Excellent communication skills are crucial, as they often need to explain complex technical issues in layman's terms to stakeholders. Before becoming a Failure Analysis Engineer, one might start their career in roles such as a Process Engineer, Quality Engineer, or Product Development Engineer.

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Silicon Product and Failure Analysis Engineer, Google Cloud

  • Google
  • Kirkland, WA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Kirkland, WA
  • 14 hours ago

As a Silicon Product and Failure Analysis Engineer, you will contribute experience in product development to lead and drive high performance product readiness....

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Failure Analysis Engineer

  • Samsung Electronics America Inc
  • TX
  • 3 days ago
  • TX
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary The primary function of this position is to apply failure analysis methods and project management skills to provide timely and accurate support for failure analysis submissions....

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Failure Analysis Engineer

  • Samsung
  • Taylor, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Taylor, TX
  • 5 days ago

Position Summary The primary function of this position is to apply failure analysis methods and project management skills to provide timely and accurate support for failure analysis submissions....

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Senior Failure Analysis Engineer (Semiconductor / Electronics)

  • Eurofins
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 5 days ago

About the Role Eurofins EAG Laboratories is seeking a Senior Failure Analysis Engineer to lead hands-on investigations of electronic components, packages, and systems....

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Prin Electronic Materials Failure Analysis Engineer

  • RTX
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 6 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 6 days ago

Prin Electronic Materials Failure Analysis Engineer job is in Tucson, AZ and the position is onsite....

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Electronic Materials Failure Analysis Engineer

  • RTX
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 6 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 6 days ago

Electronic Materials Failure Analysis Engineer job is in Tucson, AZ and the position is onsite....

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Electronic Materials Failure Analysis Engineer

  • RTX
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 6 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 6 days ago

Electronic Materials Failure Analysis Engineer job is in Tucson, AZ and the position is onsite....

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Failure Analysis Engineer (Starshield)

  • Space Exploration Technologies
  • Hawthorne, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Hawthorne, CA
  • 6 days ago

The Failure Analysis Engineer will interface with PCBA production, Supplier Development, Reliability, and EEE Piece Part groups....

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Staff Failure Analysis Engineer - Advanced Packaging Technologies

  • Qualcomm
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

. ## Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group >Hardware Engineering General Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Failure Analysis Engineer to lead the development and enablement...

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Failure Analysis Engineer

  • Intuitive
  • Peachtree Corners, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Peachtree Corners, GA
  • 6 days ago

Work with Quality, Engineering, and Regulatory groups to develop new reports and failure codes as needed....

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Process & Defect Engineer

  • Polar Semiconductor
  • Bloomington, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN
  • 7 days ago

Role Summary The Senior Staff / Principal Process & Defect Engineer is responsible for driving defect reduction, process development, and cross-functional project execution across wafer...

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Senior Staff Failure Analysis Engineer

  • Semtech
  • Camarillo, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Camarillo, CA
  • 7 days ago

Analysis Engineer leads full package and die-level failure analysis (FA) of analog and mixed-signal ICs, covering electrical testing, failure mode characterization, fault isolation, circuit analysis...

Hybrid

HBM PYE Product Development Failure Analysis Engineer (New College Grad)

  • Micron Technology
  • Boise, ID
  • 12 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 12 days ago

Req ID: JR95845 HBM PYE Product Development Failure Analysis Engineer (New College Grad) Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all....

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Failure Analysis Engineer

  • Amphenol TCS
  • Etters, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Etters, PA
  • 12 days ago

We are currently seeking an experienced Failure Analysis Engineer to join our Product Development team. The position will be located in Etters, PA....

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Failure Analysis Engineer

  • PEAK
  • San Jose, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 12 days ago

Performs detailed hardware and circuit failure analysis to identify root causes at the component level....

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Salary for Failure Analysis Engineer Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireQualityControl research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Failure Analysis Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Failure Analysis Engineers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
52.1%
Master's Degree
31.0%
Associate's Degree
6.3%
Doctorate Degree
4.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.7%
High School or GED
1.9%
Some College
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Failure Analysis Engineers
2-4 years
50.0%
4-6 years
35.0%
6-8 years
10.0%
Less than 1 year
5.0%



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