Failure Analysis Engineer - Electronics & Semiconductors (On-Site)

Ultimate Staffing; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a Failure Analysis Engineer to join a client in Fort Worth, TX. This is a full-time, on-site direct hire position focused on improving product reliability by investigating failures and leading root-cause analysis.

You will work with design, manufacturing, and quality teams, perform SEM/EDX/XRF analyses, document findings, and mentor junior engineers. Level-based salary ranges apply; candidates from 0-1 to 5+ years are considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 3-5 years of experience in failure analysis within electronics or semiconductor industries.
• Proven expertise in root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Hands-on experience with techniques such as SEM, EDX, and XRF.
• Familiarity with reliability testing and environmental stress screening.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with data interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in laboratory equipment and failure analysis software tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently and in team settings.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in failure analysis and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth failure analysis on electronic components and systems to identify root causes of defects.
• Use advanced diagnostic tools and techniques to assess failures and prepare detailed reports.
• Partner with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Establish and maintain robust failure analysis processes for consistent, accurate results.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders to support informed decision‑making.
• Document all procedures, findings, and corrective actions for future reference and process improvement.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging failure analysis technologies.
• Participate in cross‑functional projects to support product development and reliability initiatives.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians in failure analysis best practices.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Analytical thinking

Project management

Technical communication

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (EE/ME/Materials Science)

Master's preferred

Tools

SEM

EDX

XRF

Failure analysis software

Job description

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a Failure Analysis Engineer to join a client in Fort Worth, TX. This is a full-time, on-site direct hire position focused on improving product reliability by investigating failures and leading root-cause analysis.

You will work with design, manufacturing, and quality teams, perform SEM/EDX/XRF analyses, document findings, and mentor junior engineers. Level-based salary ranges apply; candidates from 0-1 to 5+ years are considered.