Sr. Technical Engineer

Employee Magnets; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Employee Magnets seeks a hardware repair process architect to lead AI server repair initiatives in Grapevine, TX. You will design end-to-end diagnostic workflows, craft SOPs, and build tools to diagnose and repair high-performance AI servers.

You will perform deep root-cause analyses, collaborate with product design and hardware teams, and drive continuous improvement through robust processes and validated test plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 3+ years in a technical role (e.g., Test/Manufacturing/Repair Engineering) with server hardware focus.
• Proven expertise in creating SOPs, workflows, and diagnostic plans for complex electronics.
• Hands-on hardware diagnostics, schematic analysis, and troubleshooting for server systems.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (Python, Bash) to streamline testing and data collection.
• Expertise in server architecture including GPUs, InfiniBand/Ethernet, CPUs, and power distribution.

Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end workflows for diagnosing and repairing AI servers and components.
• Develop SOPs, diagnostic flowcharts, and job instructions.
• Design and implement advanced diagnostic software tools and fixtures to improve repair accuracy and efficiency.
• Define test plans for components and full systems to meet reliability standards.
• Establish control points to monitor repair quality and collect repair data for improvement.
• Triage and resolve complex hardware issues, partnering with design and R&D teams to influence future products.

Skills

Scripting

Diagnostics

Server hardware

Troubleshooting

Python

Bash

Education

B.S. Electrical Engineering

B.S. Computer Engineering

B.S. Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Python

Bash

Schematic analysis

Job description

This role focuses on driving technical excellence by architecting, developing, and continuously improving advanced repair processes for our high-performance AI server infrastructure. This position requires deep hardware expertise, a methodical approach to troubleshooting, and the ability to innovate scalable repair solutions.

As a key technical owner, you will lead efforts in designing processes, developing diagnostic tools, conducting root cause analysis, and influencing hardware designs to improve serviceability. Your mission is to establish a center of excellence for AI server repair through engineering rigor, advanced analysis, and reliable processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Development & Implementation (Primary Focus):
  • Process Design: Architect, document, and execute end-to-end workflows for diagnosing and repairing AI servers and components. Develop detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), diagnostic flowcharts, and job-specific work instructions.
  • Tool Development: Design and implement advanced diagnostic software tools, scripts, and physical fixtures to improve accuracy, efficiency, and repeatability of troubleshooting and repair activities.
  • Advanced Validation: Define, test, and validate comprehensive test plans for components and full systems to meet high performance and reliability standards.
  • Process Control: Establish control points within workflows to monitor repair quality and gather repair and failure data for analysis and continuous improvement.
• Failure Analysis & Advanced Engineering Support (Primary Focus):
  • Problem-Solving Expertise: Serve as the technical escalation point for resolving the most complex hardware issues. Triage, troubleshoot, and drive resolution for rare or unknown failure types.
  • Root Cause Isolation: Conduct deep Root Cause Analysis (RCA), involving schematic interpretation, board-level diagnostics, and meticulous troubleshooting to identify primary causes of failure.
  • Collaboration with Core Engineering Teams: Partner with Product Design, R&D, and Hardware Engineering teams to provide actionable feedback on failure trends and design weaknesses. Collaborate to influence future products with a focus on improved serviceability and reliability.
• Technical Advancement and Guidance:
  • Development & Training: Create technical resources, training materials, and detailed documentation to propagate advanced diagnostic techniques and repair processes.
  • Knowledge Leadership: Serve as the primary source of technical expertise for the repair center, providing guidance and empowering technicians and engineers with advanced troubleshooting methodologies and engineering insights.
  • Prototyping & Innovation: Drive innovation through iterative prototyping and development of robust repair workflows to improve efficiency and system reliability.
• Analytics and Continuous Improvement:
  • Data Analysis: Regularly analyze repair data to identify systemic failure trends, optimize existing processes, and track performance metrics such as test yields, repair turn-around times, and cost.
  • Process Optimization: Initiate and lead engineering-driven process improvement projects informed by data analysis to ensure consistent, high-quality repairs.
  • Feedback Loop with Manufacturing & Design: Support continuous improvement by providing actionable insights to manufacturing, design, and quality teams based on repair data and failure modes.

Qualifications & Skills

Required Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• Education: Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Experience:
  • 3+ years of experience in a technical role, such as Test Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Hardware Sustaining, or Repair Engineering with a focus on server systems or data center hardware.
  • Proven expertise in developing detailed SOPs, technical workflows, and diagnostic plans for complex electronics.
  • Strong, hands‑on experience with hardware diagnostics, schematic analysis, and troubleshooting methodologies, particularly for server systems.
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., Python, Bash) to streamline testing and data collection processes.
  • Expertise in server architecture and components, including GPUs, high-speed interconnects (InfiniBand/Ethernet), CPUs, and power distribution systems.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Haves)

• Masters degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Experience with Design for Serviceability (DFS) or Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Hands‑on experience with advanced repair techniques, such as BGA rework and microsoldering.
• Experience performing statistical analysis and developing Engineering Change Requests (ECR).

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit for long periods. Employee must be able to lift objects approximately up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to tolerate moderate to high noise levels in a warehouse environment. Office and outside environmental conditions are found in the warehouse, hot in the summer, cold in the winter. Individuals may need to walk for an extensive period while working and walking the facilities; to reach over shoulder heights; bend or stoop below the waist; repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement.