Failure Analysis Technician

Accentuate Staffing; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing medical device manufacturer in Morrisville, North Carolina is seeking a Failure Analysis Technician. This role involves performing failure analysis on electronic products, troubleshooting issues using lab equipment, and supporting engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s degree in Electronics Engineering and hands-on soldering experience. Strong documentation and communication skills are essential. This position offers an exciting opportunity for those who enjoy hands-on technical work and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent military experience required.
• Hands-on soldering experience is mandatory.
• Experience in troubleshooting PCB assemblies is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis on electronic products.
• Troubleshoot using multimeters and oscilloscopes.
• Support engineering projects related to production failures.

Skills

Hands-on soldering experience

Troubleshooting electronic components

Ability to read electrical schematics

Strong documentation skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Electronics Engineering

Tools

Digital multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Job description

Accentuate Staffing is assisting a growing medical device manufacturer who is hiring a Failure Analysis Technician to join their team. This is a contract to hire position supporting the Engineering department and production, troubleshooting issues and improving overall product quality. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on technical work, problem‑solving, and being involved in continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis on electronic products and test equipment, including printed circuit boards (PCB) to the component level
• Troubleshoot using tools such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies
• Interpret schematics to diagnose and resolve issues
• Support production by identifying root causes of failures and recommending corrective actions
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment, including coordinating with external calibration vendors
• Manage preventative maintenance schedules and ensure equipment compliance
• Assist with process improvements, documentation updates, and quality initiatives
• Support engineering projects and investigations related to production or test failures

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Electronics Engineering, technical school training, or equivalent military experience
• Hands‑on soldering experience (required)
• Experience troubleshooting electronic components and PCB assemblies
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics
• Experience using test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power supplies
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple pieces of equipment and projects simultaneously
• Strong documentation and communication skills