Senior Failure Analysis Engineer

9 Hours ago • 5 Years + • $88,169 PA - $144,353 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Senior Failure Analysis Engineer will be responsible for optical, mechanical, and electrical analysis and troubleshooting of optical transceivers. This includes diagnosing failures using schematics, test equipment, and fault isolation techniques. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, documenting results, extracting data from production databases, and assessing field risks. The engineer will also analyze and present updates on failure analysis, engage with customers, and develop test scripts. This position requires a strong understanding of failure modes, and excellent communication skills. The candidate should also have experience in datacenter architecture. The role involves responsibilities and duties according to ISO standards to ensure the quality and environmental standards are maintained.
Must have:
  • Experience of at least 5 years.
  • BS/MS in relevant field (e.g., electrical engineering).
  • Extensive knowledge of analog and digital circuits.
  • Familiarity with MSA and customer standards.
  • Strong device physics background.
  • Fundamental understanding of OSA assembly.
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of OSA assemblies and manufacturing.
  • Working knowledge of device characterization.
  • Strong data analysis skills.
  • Experience in datacenter architecture.

Job Details

Primary Duties & Responsibilities
  • Responsible for optical, mechanical and electrical analysis/troubleshooting of optical transceivers returned from field deployment.
  • Troubleshoot failures using schematics, test equipment, switches, fault isolation techniques, and Design of Experiments
  • Work with cross-functional teams, including supplier quality engineers, to determine the root cause(s) and appropriate improvement/corrective actions
  • Thorough documentation of all test and failure analysis results, including photographs, test data, and repair work
  • Interface with production databases to extract original shipment information, test data, and traceability information.
  • Assess field risk based on understanding of failure modes and field data utilizing available reliability tools
  • Analyze and present periodic and timely updates on failure analysis progress and reliability estimates to R&D, corporate teams, and customers
  • Engage in discussion with customers and respond to direct technical inquiries
  • Bring-up new internal and external test infrastructure to validate failure signatures observed in customer environments
  • Develop test scripts to operate and report data from customer switches
  • Experience in datacenter architecture is a plus
Education & Experience
  • Minimum 5 yr. experience of related experience
  • BS/MS in materials science / physics / electrical engineering or other relevant field or equivalent experience
  • Extensive knowledge of and experience working with analog and digital circuits
  • Familiar with MSA and customer standards/requirements
  • Familiar with basic failure analysis techniques/methodologies
  • Strong device physics background 
Skills
  • Fundamental understanding of OSA assembly and its periphery circuits
  • Knowledge of OSA assemblies, PCBA, and module manufacturing processes is an added advantage
  • Working knowledge of device characterization and its techniques
  • Strong data analysis skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Working Conditions
  • Onsite or hybrid work
Physical Requirements
  • Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer 
  • Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.
  • Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.
Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

 

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work


 

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.


 

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.


 

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About The Company

Coherent is a world leader of lasers and laser-based technology for materials processing, microelectronics, scientific, life sciences and medical customers. The light we deliver touches almost every aspect of human life—vision correction to cell analysis, precision welding to 3-D metal printing, gravity wave detection to brain research. Put your talents to work at Coherent where you can create and innovate enabling technologies that will push the frontiers of science and technology.

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