Failure Analysis Engineer

Ralliant
Viersen +1 more
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience in electronics failure analysis and a background in quality engineering.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on experience in electronics failure analysis and a background in quality engineering
    — “Experience in electronics failure analysis, quality engineering, repair engineering, or electronics development”
  • Individuals with a strong grasp of analog and digital circuitry and PCB technology
    — “Good understanding of analog and digital circuits”

Things to consider

  • Candidates should be prepared for significant collaboration across departments such as Engineering, Production, and Quality
    — “Collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, Suppliers, and Quality teams”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your use of structured problem-solving frameworks like 8D and 5 Why in your resume and interviews
    — “Identify root causes using structured methods such as 8D, 5 Why, and FMEA”
  • Emphasize your hands-on experience with test equipment and circuit analysis in your application materials
    — “Conduct electrical measurements using laboratory and test equipment”
  • Showcase your ability to prepare technical reports and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders
    — “Prepare technical reports and present findings to stakeholders”
  • Demonstrate familiarity with PCB technology and electronics manufacturing processes
    — “Knowledge of PCB technology, electronic components, and manufacturing processes”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • quality improvements
  • sustainable quality
  • root cause identification
Typical background
electrical engineeringelectronicsquality engineering

Skills & requirements

Required

Failure AnalysisElectronic MeasurementRoot Cause AnalysisCorrective ActionsTechnical Reporting

Preferred

Lean MethodologiesKaizen

Stack & domain

Failure_analysisElectronic_devicesPcbsAssembliesComponentsElectrical_measurementsLaboratory_and_test_equipmentCircuitsSchematicsBomsTechnical_documentationRoot_cause_analysis8D5_whyFMEACorrective_and_preventive_actionsTechnical_reportsPresentationCollaborationEngineeringProduct_managementCustomer_supportQuality_engineeringRepair_engineeringElectronics_developmentAnalog_and_digital_circuitsElectronic_measurement_and_test_equipmentPcb_technologyElectronic_componentsManufacturing_processesLean_and_kaizen_methodologiesAnalyticalProblem_solvingCommunicationStructuredSelf_drivenDetail_oriented

About the role

Original posting from Ralliant

As a Failure Analysis Engineer, you will identify root causes of failures on electronic products and assemblies, driving sustainable quality improvements across our power electronics portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Perform failure analyses on electronic devices, PCBs, assemblies, and componentsConduct electrical measurements using laboratory and test equipmentAnalyze circuits, schematics, BOMs, and technical documentationIdentify root causes using structured methods such as 8D, 5 Why, and FMEADefine and support corrective and preventive actionsPrepare technical reports and present findings to stakeholdersCollaborate closely with Engineering, Production, Suppliers, and Quality teamsRequirements

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related technical field; alternatively, relevant technician-level qualification with experienceExperience in electronics failure analysis, quality engineering, repair engineering, or electronics developmentGood understanding of analog and digital circuitsHands-on experience with electronic measurement and test equipmentKnowledge of PCB technology, electronic components, and manufacturing processesStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsStructured, self-driven, and detail-oriented What We Offer

Join us in driving the “Electrification of Everything”Significant scope to shape quality strategies and optimize processesContinuous professional development and targeted support, especially in lean and Kaizen methodologiesA modern, well-equipped workplace in a dynamic and innovative environmentFlexible working hours to support a healthy work-life balance#LI-MP1

Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we’re building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

Source: Ralliant careers

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