Foxconn Industrial Internet · 1 day ago
Failure Analysis Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expFoxconn Industrial Internet is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Failure Analysis Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will work directly with clients and internal teams to resolve hardware issues related to ESSN Server Products, focusing on identifying failure symptoms and conducting in-depth analysis to improve product quality.
InternetManufacturing
Responsibilities
Troubleshoots, debugs, and determines root cause at multiple system levels for customer devices
Analyzes circuits and topologies to identify marginal failure root causes
Drives recovery actions and repairs for failing devices
Lead engineering investigations of significant customer field and factory escalations related to hardware issues, ensuring timely resolution
Enhance customer satisfaction and product quality by addressing hardware-related issues promptly and efficiently
Work directly with design and manufacturing teams to investigate hardware issues down to the component level
Collaborate with multiple internal engineering disciplines (HW, SW, Diags, Quality, Product, Mechanical, Materials, Reliability) to resolve complex hardware issues
Facilitate the execution of special capture programs such as Early Field Capture, Selective Field Capture, ORT, L6, L10, L11 Factory Operations, and RMA
Provide feedback to internal and external teams based on analytical findings to improve process and design methodologies
Assist in communicating best practices for WW RMA & Service Centers to improve product knowledge and streamline operations
Promote “best practices” across WW Operational, RMA, and Service Sites, driving efficiencies and quality improvements
Perform additional duties as required, based on business needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in FA, at best with hands-on experience in technique enablement and development of supporting HW for Fault-Isolation and/or vacuum-based microscopic systems (e.g., SEM, DMM)
Deep understanding of Industry Standard Servers & Storage architecture and peripherals
Familiarity with PCA, system, and RMA & service manufacturing environments
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas effectively
Ability to isolate and resolve hardware failures, including safely injecting failures during debugging to pinpoint root causes
Working knowledge of Linux commands and structures, including exposure to SEL and IPMI tools
Proficient in developing and debugging algorithms, creating test tools to assist with failure isolation, and documenting findings for team sharing
Strong understanding of semiconductor device physics, IC design, and fabrication processes
Experience with EDA (Electronic Design Automation) tools and layout editing software
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex circuit issues
Proven ability to debug complex hardware issues using logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and other test equipment
Familiarity with key server technologies such as x86 & ARM multi-core processors, DDR4/5, NAND memory, PCI-e protocols, SAS, SCSI, SATA, FibreChannel, Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth, NVMe, and SSD technologies
Must be a self-driven team player, able to perform in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment with minimal supervision
Familiarity with the full hardware/software development lifecycle, and hardware/firmware/software development and testing methodologies
Proven experience working with internal and external partners
Knowledge of failure analysis techniques and methodologies
Ability to perform various physical tasks such as walking, standing, bending, and lifting to 20 lbs
Must also be able to perceive depth, operate motor vehicles, and use equipment related to the job
The role may require working in environments with machines, electrical energy, and other potentially hazardous conditions
Candidates should be flexible regarding irregular hours and travel by various means of transportation (car, van, bus, and airplane)
Must be comfortable working with computers, related equipment, typewriters, calculators, copiers, fax machines, telephones, and automobiles as part of daily responsibilities
Company
Foxconn Industrial Internet
Foxconn Industrial Internet is a manufacturer and seller of communication network equipment. It is a sub-organization of Foxconn Technology Group.
10001+ employees
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