Senior Failure Analysis Engineer

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented engineer to join their Hardware Engineering team. This role focuses on analyzing product failures using advanced mechanical, chemical, and electrical techniques. You'll engage in failure investigations related to customer returns and reliability concerns, employing cutting-edge methods and tools. Your expertise will help improve processes and reduce failures, making a significant impact on product quality. If you're passionate about problem-solving and innovation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in failure analysis or related field.
• Strong background in electrical and mechanical analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analyses on complex issues with creative problem-solving.
• Document findings and communicate results effectively.

Skills

Failure Analysis Techniques

Electrical Fault Isolation

Creative Problem-Solving

Non-Destructive Testing

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Master's in Electrical Engineering

PhD in related fields

Tools

X-ray

C-SAM

Laser Analysis

Microscopy

Thermal Imaging

Job description

**Company:**

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

**Job Area:**

Engineering Group, Hardware Engineering

**General Summary:**

This position involves analyzing Qualcomm products to determine root causes of failures using mechanical, chemical, and electrical analysis techniques. The goal is to support failure investigations related to customer returns, yield issues, and reliability concerns.

Responsibilities include evaluating electrical and mechanical characteristics, analyzing failure reports, identifying root causes, and recommending corrective actions. The role also involves developing methods and processes to improve failure analysis and reduce failures.

**Key Responsibilities:**

• Perform failure analyses on complex issues, employing creative problem-solving.
• Apply advanced knowledge in failure analysis techniques such as physical failure analysis, electrical microscopy, nanoprobing, etc.
• Conduct physical failure analysis by examining silicon layers to identify defects.
• Perform advanced electrical fault isolation using techniques like laser analysis, microscopy, and thermal imaging.
• Use non-destructive testing tools (e.g., X-ray, C-SAM) and optical inspections.
• Document findings, determine root causes, and communicate results effectively.
• Manage complex defect cases and coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Participate in process improvements and propose innovative defect prevention methods.

**Minimum Qualifications:**

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or related field with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Or Master's degree with 1+ year of relevant experience.
• Or PhD in related fields.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and accessibility. For accommodations during the application process, contact [e-mail].

**Note:** Unauthorized resumes from staffing agencies will not be accepted. Qualcomm is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other protected classes.

**Compensation Range:**

$111,300.00 - $166,900.00, including benefits, bonuses, and RSU grants. For more details, visit our US benefits page. Contact Qualcomm Careers for additional information.