Failure Analysis Engineer(Level 1/2/3)

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 role that requires hands-on analysis and collaboration with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to improve product reliability.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years in failure analysis in electronics or semiconductor industries, a degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Materials Science (Master's preferred), and hands-on experience with SEM, EDX, and XRF.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Electrical/Mechanical/Materials Science (Master's preferred).
• 3-5 years of failure analysis experience in electronics or semiconductor industries.
• Proven root cause analysis experience and implementing corrective actions.
• Hands-on with SEM, EDX, and XRF techniques.
• Familiarity with reliability testing and environmental stress screening.

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

Data interpretation

Analytical skills

Technical reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's in Materials Science

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SEM

EDX

XRF

Job description

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a Failure Analysis Engineer to join a client in Fort Worth, TX.

This is a full-time, 100% on site, direct hire position.

As a Failure Analysis Engineer, you will play a key role in improving product reliability and performance by investigating and resolving product failures. You'll lead root cause analysis, develop preventive solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure customer satisfaction.

The client is open to candidates of the following experience levels:

Level 1: 0-1 years of experience (new grads): $60K - $65K/year.

Level 2: 1 - 5 years of experience: $65K - $75K/year

Level 3: 5+ years of experience: $75K - $85K/year.

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.

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.
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.