Senior Engineer, Electrical Failure Analysis (R3520)

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Conduct thorough failure analysis on electronic assemblies and components (PCBA level) returned from production, customers, or validation.
• Perform electrical testing and fault isolation using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and ICT/FCT systems.
• Analyze process-related issues such as solder bridging, tombstoning, cold joints, or voids in BGA and QFN packages.
• Document findings in detailed Failure Analysis Reports, including photos, data, and corrective action recommendations.
• Collaborate with design, test, and manufacturing engineering teams to improve DFM/DFT and overall reliability.
• Support CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain failure database and trend analysis for recurring issues.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Materials, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 2–5+ years of experience in failure analysis or reliability engineering, preferably in a PCBA or EMS environment.
• Proficient in tools: X-ray inspection, SEM/EDS, AOI, ICT, thermal analysis, microscopes.
• Understanding of SMT, wave soldering, reflow processes, ICT, and FTs.
• Experience with IPC standards (e.g., IPC-A-610, IPC-7711/7721) is a plus.
• Experience with FA software, report automation tools, or statistical tools like Minitab.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma, 8D, 5 Whys, or FMEA methodology.
• Knowledge of RoHS/REACH compliance, ESD standards, and component de-rating.