Failure Analysis Engineer

Failure Analysis Engineer
 

Swindon (3 days a week) | £35,000 - £45,000
 

Are you passionate about solving complex technical challenges and identifying the root causes of failures in advanced technology? We are seeking a Failure Analysis Engineer to join our team, playing a vital role in investigating product issues, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring product reliability.
 

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Conduct detailed investigations into product returns and quality concerns, using problem-solving methodologies to establish root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Evaluate the electrical and mechanical characteristics of systems, components, and integrated circuits to determine causes of failure.
• Organise and analyse failure reports, develop processes to enhance failure analysis, and reduce future failures.
• Perform electrical assessments using standard bench equipment (power supplies, signal generators, oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers) and software tools such as Python or LabVIEW.
• Conduct physical analysis using optical microscopes, SEM/EDX, and liaise with external laboratories for additional testing.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying trends, assisting with PCB schematics, and analysing data to support KPI metrics and quality improvements.

 
What We’re Looking For:

• Strong technical skills in failure analysis, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
• Experience with bench equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analysers) and software tools (Python, LabVIEW).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and high ethical standards.

 
 
What’s in It for You?

• Competitive salary (£40k - £48k) based on experience.
• Hybrid working (3 days per week in Swindon).
• Opportunity to work with advanced technologies and make a meaningful impact on product reliability and performance.
• A dynamic and supportive environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation.

 
If you have a passion for problem-solving and are ready to drive impactful solutions, we would love to hear from you! 🚀

If you are interested please apply ASAP. The People Network is an employment agency and will respond to all applicants within three - five working days. If you do not hear within these timescales please feel free to get in touch.