Senior Failure Analysis Engineer

About the position

Senior Failure Analysis Engineer

• Work Model: Onsite; 5 Days a Week
• Location: San Jose, CA
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Summary
Our client is seeking a Senior Failure Analysis Engineer who has automotive experience dealing with customer-facing quality concerns to join their team! This role is critical to their quality assurance efforts in the automotive industry, focusing on identifying and resolving issues related to power semiconductors and power supply modules. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, customer-facing experience, and bilingual fluency in English and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot AC/DC switching power supply modules using advanced diagnostic tools
• Perform fault isolation and root cause analysis on power ICs and related components
• Prepare detailed technical reports suitable for customer review
• Collaborate directly with customers and support quality resolutions, including on-site visits when necessary
• Support global quality initiatives, including teams in China and Taiwan
• Communicate technical findings clearly in both verbal and written formats

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in failure analysis of power semiconductors or analog/mixed-signal ICs
• Strong knowledge of switch-mode power supply applications
• Fluent in both English and Mandarin (spoken and written)
• Experience in customer-facing roles involving quality concerns, ideally in the automotive sector
• Ability to interpret system-level schematics and IC layouts
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Education/Certification Requirements

• A Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related field is required

Preferred Requirements

• A Masters degree in Electrical Engineering with at least three years of relevant experience is preferred

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change.

About Us

At Envision, we are dedicated to bridging the gap between exceptional talent and leading organizations nationwide. Our mission is to transform the workforce landscape into a seamless and efficient hiring experience for both candidates and employers. With a robust portfolio of services, including strategic talent consulting, direct hire, and temporary staffing solutions, we empower businesses to build dynamic teams that drive success.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Envision is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Full Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more

RSU (Company Stock) between 25-35K spread out over the first 4 years. The amount is based on the compensation offer and acceptance. 100% vested when received!

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