PSE LAB _ Failure Analysis Engineer

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

Job summary

A global technology and manufacturing firm seeks a PSE Lab, Test / Failure Analysis Engineer to support manufacturing through laboratory testing and failure analysis of electronic assemblies. This hands-on role requires expertise in electronics testing, quality assurance, and reliability assessments. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and experience with laboratory equipment such as SEM and X-ray systems, aiming to enhance product quality and reliability across the full product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, quality, test, or engineering environment.
• Hands-on experience with SEM, EDS, X-ray inspection, Optical Microscopy.
• Strong technical writing skills with the ability to translate test data.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspection, testing, and analysis of electronic assemblies.
• Conduct solder joint evaluation and electronic assembly inspection.
• Execute structured failure analysis investigations.

Skills

Electronics testing

Electro-mechanical validation

Reliability testing

Materials analysis

Quality engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Physics

Tools

Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)

Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS)

X-ray inspection systems

Optical Microscopy

Job description

Our client is a global technology and manufacturing organization delivering high‑volume, high‑reliability electronic and electro‑mechanical products. The engineering teams partner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, and R&D to ensure product integrity, reliability, and continuous process improvement.

This position offers hands‑on laboratory and test engineering work, direct exposure to advanced analytical tools, and the opportunity to influence product quality across the full product lifecycle-from qualification and validation through production sustainment.

Position Overview

The PSE Lab, Test / Failure Analysis Engineer supports manufacturing and production operations through laboratory testing, analytical evaluation, and root‑cause investigation of electronic assemblies and electro‑mechanical systems.

This role is ideal for engineers with experience in electronics testing, electro‑mechanical validation, reliability testing, materials analysis, or quality engineering who enjoy hands‑on lab work and data‑driven problem solving. You will analyze failures, evaluate solder joints and materials, support qualification testing, and collaborate cross‑functionally to improve product reliability and manufacturing robustness.

Key Responsibilities

Testing, Analysis & Failure Investigation

• Perform detailed inspection, testing, and analysis of electronic and electro‑mechanical assemblies to evaluate workmanship, mechanical integrity, and reliability
• Conduct solder joint evaluation and electronic assembly inspection using IPC standards
• Execute structured failure analysis investigations to identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Support qualification, validation, and reliability testing activities, including:
  • Dye & Pry
  • Cross‑sectioning
  • Mechanical and thermal stress evaluations

Laboratory & Analytical Equipment

• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory and test equipment, including:
  • Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)
  • Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS)
  • X‑ray inspection systems
  • Optical Microscopy (OM)
• Perform material characterization and elemental analysis to support failure investigations and quality assessments

Reporting & Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Prepare clear, concise technical reports documenting test methods, findings, conclusions, and improvement recommendations
• Present results to Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering stakeholders
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to resolve production issues and strengthen test coverage, process controls, and product reliability
• Create, update, and maintain test procedures, work instructions, and laboratory documentation

Quality & Standards

• Ensure analytical testing and documentation comply with IPC standards, internal quality systems, and ISO/TS requirements
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to testing methodologies, failure modes, and manufacturing processes

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Materials Science
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Physics
  • Or a related engineering/science discipline

Experience

• 1+ year of experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, quality, test, or engineering environment performing one or more of the following:
  • Electronics or electro‑mechanical testing
  • Failure analysis or reliability investigations
  • Qualification or validation testing
  • Materials or solder joint analysis

Technical Skills

• Hands‑on experience with one or more of the following:
  • SEM, EDS, X‑ray inspection, Optical Microscopy
• Working knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies (e.g., 5‑Why, Fishbone, DOE support)
• Familiarity with electronic assembly processes, soldering, and workmanship standards
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical standards (English)
• Strong technical writing skills with the ability to translate test data into actionable engineering insights

Preferred Certifications

• IPC‑A‑610 - Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies (preferred, not required)

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, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.