Failure Analysis Engineer

Job Title:

Failure Analysis Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Failure Analysis Engineer to identify and address the top failure modes of PCBs across various products. This role involves collaborative efforts with multiple departments to ensure the root cause of failures is identified and effective countermeasures are implemented. The engineer will work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, analysis technicians, and Quality Assurance teams to enhance product reliability and performance.

• Identify and analyze the top failure modes of PCBs for each product.
• Collaborate with other departments to determine root causes and implement countermeasures.
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering and analysis technicians to integrate failure root cause information into the Manufacturing Execution System.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to troubleshoot field returns.
• Create Pareto charts to drive improvement activities within the department.
• Develop analysis tools for new products.
• Assist in the development and training of analysis technicians.

• Expertise in failure analysis and troubleshooting.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Over 5 years of experience in designing, providing test solutions, or performing failure and root cause analysis for electrical PCBs.
• Thorough understanding of electrical PCB test methods (In‑Circuit, Functional PCB, Embedded, System Level).
• Expert understanding of factory operations including SMT and Quality Assurance.

• Familiarity with setting up analysis troubleshooting procedures, equipment, and methods.
• Knowledge of defect and corrective action reporting (Pareto charts, yield reports, etc.).
• Experience with the creation of fault tree analysis flowcharts and troubleshooting procedures.

You will work in a collaborative and dynamic environment, utilizing advanced technologies and equipment to address and improve PCB reliability. The role requires a strong understanding of factory operations, and you will engage with cross‑functional teams to foster innovation and continuous improvement.

Contract position based out of Carlsbad, CA.

Pay range: $33.50 - $60.77/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Final date to receive applications:
January 14, 2026

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