Vibration & Shock Durability Engineer

Foxconn-Pce-Technology; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Foxconn in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Shock/Vibration Engineer to ensure products survive harsh environments through advanced simulation and physical testing. The role validates structural integrity, isolates vibration, and mitigates fatigue for mechanical structures and electronic packaging.

The candidate will perform FEA simulations, plan and execute shock and vibration tests, and collaborate with design teams to implement engineering countermeasures while maintaining calibration of test

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Applied Mechanics or Physics.
• 2-3 years of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) & Dynamic Simulation Experience.
• 2+ years of Hands-on Electrodynamic Shaker & Lab Testing Experience.
• 1+ years of Test Fixture Design & Structural Optimization.

Responsibilities

• Perform FEA simulations and structural modeling to evaluate product response to shock, vibration, and mechanical loads, identify structural weaknesses, and predict potential failure areas before physical testing.
• Plan and execute shock, vibration, and mechanical stress testing using appropriate laboratory equipment and instrumentation to validate product durability, structural integrity, and performance under defined operating and transportation conditions.
• Analyze simulation and test results to identify structural improvement opportunities and collaborate with design and mechanical engineering teams to develop, implement, and validate engineering countermeasures for identified issues.
• Develop shock and vibration test profiles based on product requirements, expected operating environments, and applicable industry standards to ensure testing accurately represents real-world conditions and compliance requirements.
• Analyze test failures and structural issues, perform root-cause investigations, and prepare technical reports documenting test methods, results, findings, corrective actions, and engineering recommendations.
• Maintain and coordinate calibration of shock and vibration test equipment, sensors, and measurement instruments to ensure equipment reliability, measurement accuracy, and readiness for engineering testing.

Skills

FEA & Dynamic Simulation

Lab Testing

Test Fixture Design

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Shaker Lab Equipment

Measurement Instruments

Job description

Foxconn in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Shock/Vibration Engineer to ensure products survive harsh environments through advanced simulation and physical testing. The role validates structural integrity, isolates vibration, and mitigates fatigue for mechanical structures and electronic packaging.

The candidate will perform FEA simulations, plan and execute shock and vibration tests, and collaborate with design teams to implement engineering countermeasures while maintaining calibration of test