Failure Mode Analysis (FMA) Engineer Intern

Delta Electronics Americas; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Electronics Americas is seeking a qualified FMA Engineer to perform advanced failure analysis on defective products returned from customers. You will research failure history, verify failures, isolate issues, and determine root causes in collaboration with R&D and suppliers.

The role involves detailed report writing, bench-level testing, and ERP data entry, with travel as needed. A strong background in electronics and soldering is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Experience in failure analysis, fault isolation techniques, and documenting it clearly.
• Soldering and repair of electronic circuits is required.
• Experience with reading schematics and troubleshooting electronics.
• Experience with rectifier circuitry is preferred.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis on Delta products and write detailed reports.
• Conduct bench level electrical verification and fault isolation.
• Identify root causes and coordinate with R&D to determine corrective actions.
• Collaborate with suppliers and third-party labs as needed.
• Enter data into Delta’s ERP and maintain accurate records.
• Support repair technicians and other teams as required.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Failure analysis

Root cause analysis

Soldering

Schematics reading

Teamwork

Time management

MS Office

C++ (plus)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Master’s degree or 0-1 year's experience in failure analysis (a plus)

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

Delta, founded in 1971, is a global leader in switching power supplies and thermal management products with a thriving portfolio of smart energy-saving systems and solutions in the fields of industrial automation, building automation, telecom power, data center infrastructure, EV charging, renewable energy, energy storage and display, to nurture the development of smart manufacturing and sustainable cities. As a world-class corporate citizen guided by its mission statement, “To provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow,” Delta leverages its core competence in high-efficiency power electronics and its ESG-embedded business model to address key environmental issues, such as climate change. Delta serves customers through its sales offices, R&D centers and manufacturing facilities spread over close to 200 locations across five continents. Delta has 158 sales offices, 72 R&D centers and 48 manufacturing facilities worldwide

Throughout its history, Delta has received various global awards and recognition for its business achievements, innovative technologies and dedication to ESG. Since 2011, Delta has been listed on the DJSI World Index of Dow Jones Sustainability™ Indices for 11 consecutive years. In 2021, Delta was also recognized by CDP with leadership level ratings for its substantial contribution to climate change and water security issues and named Supplier Engagement Leader for its continuous development of a sustainable value chain.

Position’s purpose:

The purpose of this position is to perform failure mode analysis (FMA) on defective products returned from customers.

Part of the organization:

FMA Engineer reports to the FMA Supervisor

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under moderate supervision, performs the following:

• Monitors active work list and perform failure analysis on Delta products.
• Responsible for performing advanced Failure Analysis on a wide assortment of electronics. The analysis includes research of the failure history, verification of the failure, isolation of the failure and determination of the failure mechanism.
• Writing detailed failure analysis report.
• Perform bench level electrical verification/fault isolation on integrated circuits to determine root cause of failure.
• Isolate failures for accurate identification of defect locations.
• Working with R&D to find determine root cause.
• Engaging with suppliers and 3rd party lab to determine root cause.
• Working in a team environment and provide consultation for non-F/A disciplines.
• Provide technical support and interface with repair technicians as needed.
• Responsible for handling other job-related duties as needed.
• Enters information on all completed work in Delta’s ERP systems.

Minimum Education, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electronics, or a related field; Or Equivalent years’ experience in a related field.
• Master’s degree or 0-1 years’ experience in failure analysis of electronic equipment’s is a plus.
• Experience in failure analysis, fault isolation techniques, and ability to clearly document it.
• Experience working with design Engineers or working on telecom or datacom equipment is a plus.
• Experience with failure analysis methodology to derive a root-cause diagnosis of failure.
• Previous experience with soldering and repair of electronic circuits is required.
• Previous experience using schematics and drawings to troubleshoot electronic circuits is required.
• Experience working with rectifier circuitry preferred.
• Quick adaptation to learning new software tools is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Circuit analysis, bench level equipment skills, and report writing.
• Ability to work using schematic diagrams, written and verbal descriptions or layouts to perform testing and trouble-shooting functions.
• Must become proficient in a variety of failure analysis techniques and equipment operation.
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions.
• Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery.
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results.
• Ability to work effectively in an interrupt-driven, fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer software to include MS Office (Word and Excel) and e-mail.
• Software knowledge in C++ is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires long periods of sitting behind a workbench, using tools and test equipment and performing tasks on a computer. Good vision. Additional physical requirements include standing, bending, hand dexterity, seeing, ability to distinguish colors, lifting and carrying equipment up to 50 lbs. Position may also require travel on a domestic or international basis.