We are seeking a Failure Mode Analysis Engineer to join a client in Plano, TX. This is a temp to hire position. Hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

The Failure Mode Analysis (FMA) Engineer is responsible for conducting comprehensive failure analysis on products returned from customers to identify root causes and drive corrective actions. This role supports product quality, reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives by utilizing advanced diagnostic techniques, technical expertise, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Suppliers, and external laboratories.

Key Responsibilities

Under moderate supervision, the FMA Engineer will:

• Monitor assigned work queues and perform failure analysis on Delta products in a timely manner.
• Conduct advanced failure analysis on a broad range of electronic assemblies and systems.
• Research product failure history, verify reported failures, isolate defects, and determine failure mechanisms.
• Perform bench-level electrical testing, troubleshooting, and fault isolation on electronic circuits and integrated circuits to determine root cause.
• Identify and localize component- and system-level failures using appropriate diagnostic methodologies and equipment.
• Document findings and prepare detailed, professional failure analysis reports with clear conclusions and recommendations.
• Collaborate with Research & Development (R&D) teams to investigate failures and implement corrective actions.
• Partner with suppliers and third-party laboratories to support root cause investigations and failure verification activities.
• Provide technical guidance and consultation to cross-functional teams on failure analysis findings and methodologies.
• Support repair technicians and manufacturing personnel with technical troubleshooting as needed.
• Accurately record analysis results, findings, and completed work within Delta's ERP and related systems.
• Contribute to process improvements, reliability initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related technical discipline required.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in failure analysis, electronic troubleshooting, or a related engineering discipline preferred.
• Experience performing root cause analysis on electronic products and systems.
• Experience working with design engineering teams is highly desirable.
• Telecommunications, datacom, power electronics, or related industry experience is a plus.
• Experience with rectifier circuitry and power conversion products is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with soldering, rework, and repair of electronic circuits is required.
• Experience interpreting schematics, technical drawings, and layouts for troubleshooting and diagnostic purposes is required.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of failure analysis methodologies and root cause investigation techniques.
• Proficiency in electronic circuit analysis, troubleshooting, and fault isolation.
• Hands-on experience using laboratory and bench-test equipment, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and related diagnostic tools.
• Ability to perform component-level and system-level electrical testing.
• Strong technical report writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new software applications and engineering tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems and engineering documentation systems preferred.
• Programming knowledge in C++ is a plus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.