Failure Analysis Engineer
Company: Employee Magnets
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: February 10, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Failure Analysis Engineer
Position Summary The Failure Analysis Engineer (FAE) is responsible
for investigating, analyzing, and identifying root causes of
failures in electronic assemblies, systems, and components used in
high-performance computing, server, and AI-related hardware
products. This role supports continuous improvement and product
reliability initiatives through data-driven analysis,
cross-functional collaboration, and corrective action
implementation. The FAE will leverage advanced diagnostic tools and
methods to enhance product quality, manufacturing yields, and
customer satisfaction Supervisory Responsibilities May oversee FA
Technicians and provide technical guidance and training.
Coordinates project assignments and ensures timely completion of
analysis reports. Key Responsibilities Failure Analysis and Root
Cause Investigation Perform electrical, mechanical, and thermal
failure analysis on defective units from production, field returns
(RMA), and reliability testing. Utilize analytical tools such as
oscilloscopes, X-ray, SEM/EDS, decapsulation, and cross-sectioning
for detailed investigation. Identify failure modes, document
analysis results, and establish root cause and contributing
factors. Correlate failures with design, process, and material data
to support engineering improvements. Data Collection and Reporting
Maintain detailed FA reports, including findings, corrective
actions, and risk assessments. Present analysis summaries to
internal engineering, manufacturing, and customer teams. Compile
trend data on recurring failure modes and propose mitigation
actions. Track metrics on failure rates, mean time between failure
(MTBF), and reliability indicators. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with manufacturing, R&D, and quality engineering teams
to drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Support supplier
quality teams in component failure validation and incoming
inspection processes. Coordinate with customer support and warranty
analysis teams on field failure investigations. Process and Product
Improvement Participate in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and
Design for Reliability (DfR) reviews. Recommend design or process
modifications to reduce defect rates and improve overall product
robustness. Contribute to process control documentation and
standard operating procedures (SOPs). Compliance and Safety Ensure
all FA activities comply with ESD, ISO, and environmental standards
(e.g., RoHS, REACH). Maintain lab equipment calibration and safe
operating practices. Qualifications Education: Bachelors degree in
Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering,
or related field required. Masters degree or equivalent experience
in Reliability Engineering, Failure Analysis, or Quality
Engineering preferred. Experience: 3–5 years of experience in
failure analysis or reliability engineering within electronics,
semiconductor, or high-tech manufacturing industries. Experience
with AI server systems, GPU boards, or data center hardware is a
plus. Technical Skills: Proficiency with diagnostic equipment
(oscilloscope, DMM, logic analyzer, X-ray, SEM, FIB, etc.)
Knowledge of SMT manufacturing, solder joint analysis, and IPC
standards. Familiarity with reliability testing (HALT, HASS,
thermal cycling, vibration testing). Experience with data analysis
tools (Python, JMP, Minitab, Excel). Ability to interpret
schematics, layout drawings, and bill of materials (BOM). Core
Competencies Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to dissect complex
problems and identify root causes. Technical Expertise: Deep
understanding of electrical/electronic systems, PCB design, and
semiconductor behavior. Collaboration: Works effectively with
multidisciplinary teams to solve technical challenges.
Communication: Ability to write clear, data-supported reports and
present findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
Continuous Improvement: Passion for enhancing product reliability
and manufacturing efficiency Performance Indicators (KPIs) Failure
Analysis Turnaround Time (TAT) Root Cause Accuracy and Verification
Rate Corrective Action Implementation Effectiveness Reduction in
Recurrence Rate of Failures Customer Satisfaction
(internal/external) with FA deliverables Working Conditions
Exposure to electronics lab environments (ESD-safe areas,
microscopes, soldering stations). Occasional travel to suppliers,
customer sites, or corporate headquarters (domestic/international).
Normal working hours with flexibility to support urgent FA cases
and project deadlines. To apply send resume to
ana@employeemagnets.com
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