Quality Engineer – Failure Analysis

Job Title

Quality Engineer – Failure Analysis

Role Summary

Entry-level Quality Engineer on the Global Quality NVM RMA team responsible for failure analysis of returned products. The role focuses on root-cause identification, technical reporting, and working with cross-functional teams to improve product quality and reliability.

Experience Level

Entry-level — suitable for recent graduates or candidates with limited industry experience.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include failure analysis, data review, and supporting corrective actions.

• Support failure analysis on returned NVM products to identify failure mechanisms.
• Perform structured root-cause analysis (e.g., 8D) and document findings.
• Analyze test data, logs, and manufacturing information to detect patterns and anomalies.
• Contribute to preparation of technical and customer-facing failure analysis reports.
• Collaborate with Build, Process, Manufacturing, and Reliability teams to resolve issues.
• Monitor quality metrics and perform data analysis to track trends and deviations.
• Assist in defining and tracking Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Support continuous improvement and process standardization efforts.

Requirements

Must-have skills and capabilities for immediate contribution.

• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills.
• Basic understanding of electronics and semiconductor device behavior.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools (Excel, basic statistics).
• Good written and verbal communication; ability to work effectively in teams.
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn in a technical environment.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Physical Engineering, Electronics, or a related technical field is required. The posting also cites internship or academic experience in failure investigation, reliability, or quality engineering as preferred background.

Preferred Qualifications

Skills and experience that are advantageous.

• Internship or academic experience in failure investigation, reliability, or quality engineering.
• Familiarity with memory technologies (NAND, SSD, eMMC, UFS).
• Exposure to Linux, scripting (Python), and AI tools.
• Basic knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (8D, root-cause analysis).

About the Company

Company: Micron Technology

Headquarters: Boise, Idaho, USA

Micron Technology is a global leader in memory and storage solutions, dedicated to transforming how the world uses information. The company offers a diverse portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory products under the Micron and Crucial brands. With a commitment to customer focus and technological innovation, Micron drives advancements in artificial intelligence, 5G, and other data-centric applications, empowering users to learn, communicate, and progress.