Failure Analysis Technician

Brooks Instrument; Hatfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Company‑Paid Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

401K plan with generous company match

Vacation, personal days and holidays

Continuing education reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Brooks Instrument in Hatfield, PA is seeking a Failure Analysis Technician to perform root-cause analysis on customer returns, manufacturing rejects, and engineering samples. You will troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, electronic, and electromechanical assemblies and document findings.

Responsibilities include functional testing, case documentation, and collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Management to improve product reliability.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electronics Technology or related technical discipline preferred.
• Two+ years of experience troubleshooting industrial instrumentation or similar devices preferred.
• Familiarity with precision instrumentation and flow/pressure control products is a plus.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical specs.
• Experience with common test equipment (DMM, scopes, power supplies).
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn company systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis on customer returns, manufacturing rejects, and engineering samples.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, electronic, and electromechanical assemblies to determine root cause.
• Perform component-level troubleshooting using schematics, drawings, specifications, and test equipment.
• Execute functional and performance testing using engineering procedures and specialized test equipment.
• Document investigation findings, root cause, and corrective actions in technical reports.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Technical Services, and Product Management to resolve technical issues.
• Recommend improvements to testing methods, procedures, fixtures, and documentation.
• Identify recurring product issues and support product/process improvements.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, records, and a clean, safe work environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in Electronics Technology

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

Digital multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Job description

Failure Analysis Technician

Brooks Instrument (www.brooksinstrument.com), an industry leader in flow and pressure instrumentation for critical applications, is seeking candidates for a position that will be based at the company headquarters in Hatfield, Pennsylvania (suburban Philadelphia). Our high‑tech products are used in laboratory and process applications in end markets such as oil & gas, petrochemical, medical devices, wastewater, life sciences, and analytical instruments. The company has manufacturing locations in Pennsylvania, Hungary, Malaysia, and Korea, and also maintains sales and service offices throughout the world.

Brooks is a division of ITW (Illinois Tool Works), a Fortune 200 company and one of the world’s leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related service businesses. ITW operates in 56 countries and employs over 50,000 employees. Brooks’s portfolio of nearly 10,000 active patents underscores its focus on innovation and consistent growth.

Basic Function

Perform failure analysis on Brooks Instrument products to determine the root cause of customer returns, manufacturing issues, and field failures. Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, electronic, and electromechanical assemblies using laboratory equipment, engineering documentation, and established test methods. Document findings, recommend corrective actions, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve product reliability and customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis on customer returns, manufacturing rejects, and engineering samples.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, electronic, and electromechanical assemblies to determine root cause.
• Perform component‑level troubleshooting using schematics, drawings, specifications, and test equipment.
• Execute functional and performance testing using engineering procedures and specialized test equipment.
• Document investigation findings, root cause, and corrective actions in technical reports.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Technical Services, and Product Management to resolve technical issues.
• Recommend improvements to testing methods, procedures, fixtures, and documentation.
• Identify recurring product issues and support product/process improvements.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, records, and a clean, safe work environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education And Experience

• Associate degree in Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Two or more years of experience troubleshooting industrial instrumentation, electronics, electromechanical products, or similar devices preferred.
• Familiarity with precision instrumentation, flow and pressure control products, or comparable process equipment is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, assembly documentation, and technical specifications.
• Experience using common electronic test equipment, including digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and similar laboratory instruments.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, and the capacity to learn engineering and business systems such as Teamcenter, Salesforce, and other company applications.
• Analytical, troubleshooting, and organizational skills, with a strong foundation in root cause analysis and clear technical documentation.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401K plan with generous company match
• Vacation, personal days and holidays
• Continuing education reimbursement program
• Flexible spending accounts

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.