Senior Failure Analysis Engineer Automotive Systems

ZipRecruiter; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in automotive power solutions seeks a Senior Failure Analysis Engineer in San Jose. The role involves advanced diagnostics of power supply modules, fault isolation, and customer support, offering a chance to impact product reliability and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in semiconductor failure analysis, focusing on power ICs.
• Fluent in Mandarin for customer communication.

Responsibilities

• Debug and verify AC/DC power supply modules.
• Conduct fault isolation and defect analysis on power ICs.
• Produce technical reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Technical Writing

Communication

Fault Isolation

Education

MSEE

Job description

Job Description: Senior Failure Analysis Engineer - Automotive Systems

Location: San Jose, California

A global leader in power solutions is seeking a skilled Senior Failure Analysis Engineer to join its dynamic Quality Assurance team. In this key role, you will perform advanced diagnostics across AC/DC switching power supply modules and integrated circuits, supporting both internal teams and external customers worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Debug and verify functionality of AC/DC switching power supply modules using a variety of topologies.
2. Conduct fault isolation and defect analysis on power ICs to determine root causes of failures identified during reliability testing, production, or field use.
3. Produce comprehensive technical reports for internal teams and external customers, presenting clear findings and recommendations.
4. Provide direct support to resolve customer quality concerns, including occasional onsite visits to ensure customer satisfaction.
5. Support customer quality resolution efforts across global teams, particularly in China and Taiwan.
6. Communicate effectively through detailed technical reports and discussions with diverse, international stakeholders.

Candidate Profile:

1. 5+ years of experience in semiconductor failure analysis with a focus on power ICs, analog, and mixed-signal devices.
2. Deep knowledge of switch-mode power supply (SMPS) applications.
3. Ability to read and interpret system-level schematics, IC layouts, and CMOS/bipolar device designs.
4. Hands-on experience with fault isolation techniques at both the chip and PCB/system levels.
5. Outstanding technical writing and reporting skills in English.
6. Fluent in Mandarin to support communication with regional customer bases.
7. Previous customer-facing experience in quality resolution, especially in automotive environments, is highly preferred.

Qualifications:

1. MSEE or equivalent with at least 3 years relevant experience.
2. Strong grasp of analog and power semiconductor device operations and failure mechanisms.

Why This Opportunity: Work alongside top engineering talent at the forefront of automotive power systems innovation. This role offers the chance to make a real impact on product reliability, customer satisfaction, and technical excellence across global markets, all while advancing your own expertise in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.