Failure Analysis Engineer Sr/Process Engineer Sr
Listed on 2026-09-25
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Engineering
Quality Engineering, Process Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer
About us:
At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world's most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions.
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With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.
Our values include:
Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.
As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.
Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued.
The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range:
$77,400.00 - $
Purpose Statement:The Failure Analysis Engineer Sr/Process Engineer Sr is responsible for providing technical expertise throughout the manufacturing process. This role involves offering guidance on best practices and equipment, optimizing production for efficiency and quality, training various teams, and supporting ongoing production activities.
Key Job Accountabilities:- Demonstrates effective communications (teleconference, email, and in-person) through interaction with customers (internal and external) regarding project technical subject matter.
- Demonstrates expertise in the full Plexus Manufacturing process on small to mid size projects, as it applies to their role.
- Demonstrates the ability to work independently in multiple phases / processes of the Manufacturing Process, without direction from mentors or functional management, as it applies to their role.
- Root Cause Investigation
-Execute advanced destructive and non-destructive failure analysis on failed components and PCBA's to determine exact root causes - Lab & Equipment Operation
-Manage and perform hands-on analysis using lab equipment/techniques such as SEM, 2D/3D uCT Xray, EDS, XRF, Ion Chromatography, C3, SIR,Micro-section,Dye & Pry, & De-Capsulation - Procedure Development
-Establish, update, and scale failure analysis workflows & standard operating procedures - Technical Communication
-Deliver clear, detailed technical reports and failure analysis presentations to internal stakeholders, management, and external customers - Mentorship & Guidance
-Provide technical guidance, training, and oversight to junior engineers & technicians - Cross-Functional Collaboration
-Partner closely with R&D, design, quality, and manufacturing engineering teams to feed FA insights back into new product development (NPI) - Lab Leadership - Ensure the lab is tour ready at all times and that lab supplies and testing samples are stored in an organized and controlled manner, and stay current on industry trends, techniques, & standards relative to failure analysis
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree with 4 or more years of related experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.
Qualifications:
- Intermediate Computer Skills
- Intermediate Decision Making,…
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