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Amphenol TCS

Failure Analysis Engineer

Nashua, NH · On-site

Failure Analysis Engineer Location: Nashua, NH Amphenol High Speed Products Group is the market leader for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom/Datacom market (Mobile ...

Skyworks

Failure Analysis Technician

Newbury Park, CA · On-site

$33.22 - $58.37/hr

Requisition ID: 77831 Description As a Failure Analysis Engineering Technician, you are responsible ... Previous experience working in a semiconductor failure analysis lab, including performing ...

Amphenol TCS

Failure Analysis Engineer

Yocumtown, PA · On-site

Failure Analysis Engineer Location: Etters, PA Amphenol High Speed Products Group is the market leader for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom/Datacom market (Mobile ...

Nvidia

Senior Failure Analysis Engineer

Santa Clara, CA

$122K - $168K/yr

Direct experience in semiconductor design, silicon development, failure analysis, yield engineering ... or engineering automation and production support workflows. * Hands-on application of AI/ML, data ...

Cisco

Failure Analysis Engineer

Maynard, MA · On-site

$77K - $98K/yr

Working closely with failure analysis engineers and cross-functional partners, the team investigates customer-reported issues, identifies root causes, and continuously improves failure analysis ...

Cisco

Failure Analysis Engineer

Maynard, MA

$77K - $98K/yr

Working closely with failure analysis engineers and cross-functional partners, the team investigates customer-reported issues, identifies root causes, and continuously improves failure analysis ...

IOActive

Failure Analysis Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

We are seeking a Failure Analysis Engineer who will work with other team members to deliver the ... range of semiconductor and package technology * Professional communication skills including ...

Skyworks

Failure Analysis Technician

Newbury Park, CA

$33.22 - $58.37/hr

Requisition ID: 77831 Description As a Failure Analysis Engineering Technician, you are responsible ... Previous experience working in a semiconductor failure analysis lab, including performing ...

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As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for semiconductor failure analysis engineer in the United States is $93,179.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Semiconductor Failure Analysis Engineer, you need a strong foundation in electrical engineering, materials science, and semiconductor device physics, typically supported by a relevant bachelor’s or advanced degree. Familiarity with tools such as Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM), Focused Ion Beam (FIB) systems, and failure analysis software, as well as certifications like IPC-A-610, are highly advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you work efficiently within multidisciplinary teams. These skills are vital for identifying, diagnosing, and resolving complex device failures to support product reliability and innovation.

What is a Semiconductor Failure Analysis Engineer job?

A Semiconductor Failure Analysis Engineer identifies and analyzes defects in semiconductor devices to determine root causes of failures. They use techniques such as electron microscopy, spectroscopy, and electrical testing to diagnose issues. Their work helps improve manufacturing processes, enhance product reliability, and support quality assurance. They collaborate with design, process, and reliability engineers to recommend corrective actions. This role is critical in industries like consumer electronics, automotive, and telecommunications, where semiconductor performance is essential.

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A Semiconductor Failure Analysis Engineer typically investigates device failures using advanced analytical techniques such as microscopy, electrical testing, and thermal analysis. Daily tasks often include collaborating with design, manufacturing, and reliability teams, preparing detailed reports on root cause findings, and recommending corrective actions. The role involves hands-on laboratory work, data interpretation, and sometimes fielding urgent analyses to support production timelines. This dynamic environment offers variety and opportunities to directly influence improvements in product quality.

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Failure Analysis Engineer

Failure Analysis Engineer

Amphenol TCS

Nashua, NH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world’s largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive.


Position Summary: Failure Analysis Engineer

Location: Nashua, NH

Amphenol High Speed Products Group is the market leader for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom/Datacom market (Mobile Networks, Storage, Servers, Routers, Switches, etc.). Our products help to enable the electronics revolution and remain a key enabler for all the major Tier 1 OEMs globally. Our global headquarters are located in Nashua, NH and we have design, sales and manufacturing locations globally. We are currently seeking an experienced Failure Analysis Engineer to join our Product Development team. The position will be located in Nashua, NH.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a Failure Analysis Engineer you will provide the lead in investigation of connector failures through inspection, testing and analysis of data.

  • Perform root cause analysis of failed connectors
  • Create a failure analysis process and database to capture historical data and utilize for future failure analyses
  • Interface with customers to understand the issues and inform them on the status, root cause, and solution
  • Confirm diagnoses through testing and inspection
  • Prepare test samples and test requests and work with test lab technicians.
  • Suggest corrective actions to design, process, inspection etc
  • Work with engineers from other disciplines to help with root cause
  • Process and analyze testing results and create reports and presentations for internal and external customers.
  • Collaborate with internal and external suppliers and manufacturing personnel
  • Request and review 8Ds from suppliers

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • BS/MS Mechanical Engineering
  • 5 – 10 years of experience with failure analysis and/or electrical connectors
  • Experience with solid modeling tools - Pro/E and/or Solidworks would be a plus
  • Experience with data analysis software, MS Excel, Minitab would be a plus
  • Experience developing test plans for mechanical and environmental stresses
  • Experience specifying testing protocol in automotive or consumer industries would be a plus
  • Ability to communicate with technical & non-technical people
  • Ability to work in team environment
  • Desire to solve problems and identify solutions
  • Knowledge of copper alloys and high-performance engineering thermoplastics would be a plus
  • Basic understanding of electrical connectors

Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.

Amphenol is an “Equal Opportunity Employer” - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin. For additional company information please visit our website at https://www.amphenol-cs.com/

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About Amphenol TCS

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Industry

Electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Nashua, NH, US

Year founded

1968

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