Failure Analysis Engineer
Sensata TechnologiesJob Title
Failure Analysis Engineer
Role Summary
The Failure Analysis Engineer identifies root causes of product failures, performs electrical and mechanical testing and diagnostics, and produces reports with corrective recommendations. The role supports warranty investigations and continuous improvement of failure-analysis methods and processes.
Experience Level
Mid-level. No specific years of experience listed.
Responsibilities
Key duties include testing, diagnosing, documenting failures, and recommending corrective actions.
- Evaluate electrical and mechanical characteristics of systems, integrated circuits, components, and sub-components to determine failure causes, including verification of analog and digital performance.
- Conduct product returns and perform failure analysis on returned products.
- Analyze failure reports and recommend corrective actions; develop methods, processes, procedures and equipment to improve failure analysis and reduce failures.
- Maintain and deliver daily productivity and workflow reports; meet internal and external Service Level Agreements.
- Maintain, review and update process documentation; participate in regular process reviews and implement improvements.
- Read blueprints, specifications and engineering changes; interact with stakeholders at all levels, including suppliers and external customers.
Requirements
Must-have skills and attributes.
- Team player able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple competing tasks.
- Strong oral, written and presentation communication skills.
- Strong organization, planning and time-management skills to achieve results.
- High personal and professional ethical standards; self-accountable for goals and standards.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work effectively across the organization.
Education Requirements
University degree required (e.g., Bachelor's degree) or equivalent relevant work experience. No specific field of study or certifications specified.
About the Company
Company: Sensata Technologies
Headquarters: Attleboro, Massachusetts, United States
Sensata Technologies is a global industrial technology company focused on creating a safer, cleaner, and more efficient world. With a broad portfolio of mission-critical sensors and electrical protection components, Sensata addresses complex engineering demands across various markets including automotive, aerospace, and industrial. The company operates globally, employing over 18,000 people in 13 countries.
