Failure Analysis Engineer

Samtec, Inc; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (HSA/PPO)

Dental

Vision

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

Samtec, Inc in Colorado Springs is looking for a Failure Analysis Engineer to join their Engineering Support Group. Ideal candidates will enjoy hands-on work in a laboratory setting and be detail-oriented, involved with advanced instrumentation, and at the forefront of engineering solutions.

Key responsibilities include performing failure analysis on optical-electronic devices, generating reports, owning lab equipment, conducting stress testing, and improving analysis methods. Compensation ranges from $80,000 to $110,000 annually, complemented by a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years' experience in physical failure analysis or related field.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in various failure analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis on optical-electronic devices.
• Generate analysis reports presenting root cause findings.
• Take ownership of laboratory equipment and recommend new systems.
• Develop and improve existing failure analysis methods.
• Conduct environmental stress testing.
• Work independently and interact with colleagues.

Skills

Physical failure analysis

Microscopy

Sample preparation (decapsulation)

X-Ray

SEM/EDX

Electrical Test

Fault Localization

Software development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Microelectronics Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry or equivalent

Job description

Samtec is seeking a Failure Analysis Engineer to join the Engineering Support Group (ESG) team based in Colorado Springs, CO. If your favorite part of engineering is rolling up your sleeves, tearing things apart, and figuring out exactly why they broke, you belong here. We are seeking a collaborative, hands‑on engineer who thrives in a working laboratory environment. This position is ideal for an inquisitive, detail‑oriented professional who wants to be directly involved with advanced instrumentation and drive real‑world engineering solutions.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Understand the customers’ failure description and perform failure analysis on optical‑electronic devices.
• Generate analysis reports that clearly present root cause findings to our partners in development, production and quality.
• Take ownership of laboratory equipment. Investigate, recommend and purchase new measurement and inspection systems based upon ROI and throughput requirements.
• Understanding of electrical measurement methods such as DC measurements, oscilloscopes and frequency generators.
• Perform environmental stress testing like temperature cycling, high temperature storage and damp heat exposure.
• Develop and improve existing failure analysis methods as well as developing new internal techniques and relationships with external labs.
• Become proficient in skill sets that allow for beginning to end root cause failure analysis investigation that may span across various teams and analysis techniques.
• Review failure analysis results and offer solutions and improvements based on statistical background and knowledge base.
• This position involves hands‑on cleanroom and laboratory work to make real‑time observations.
• Must be able to work independently as well as to interact with colleagues, customers, and vendors to achieve objectives.
• Knowledge of software development and programming skills is a plus.

"The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities"

Required Experience

• 1 - 3 years’ experience in physical failure analysis or related field.
• Demonstrated hands on experience in physical failure analysis and localization techniques such as Microscopy, Sample preparation (decapsulation), X‑Ray, SEM/EDX, Electrical Test, Fault Localization as well as an understanding of the equipment and materials that are used in the industry.

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Microelectronics Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry or equivalent is required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing detailed analysis and working with laboratory instrumentation
• Ability to stand intermittently throughout the day while conducting lab procedures or equipment setup
• Ability to lift and/or move materials and equipment up to approximately 30 pounds
• Manual dexterity to handle small components and operate laboratory tools and precision instruments
• Visual acuity to perform detailed inspections, including microscope‑based analysis
• Ability to work in a laboratory and cleanroom environment, including wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to bend, reach, and maneuver as needed to access equipment and perform testing procedures

Salary and Benefit Offerings

This is a day shift position. The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $110,000 per year plus inclusive of applicable bonuses and commensurate with experience. Samtec's generous benefits package includes medical (HSA/PPO) dental, vision, group life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, EAP, 401K match, profit sharing, plus other voluntary options, as well as paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based in business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity/expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the US on an unrestricted basis for any employer.

This position will remain open until filled.