Failure Analysis Engineer

2 months ago

Livermore, United States Topcon Full time

Topcon Positioning Group is headquartered in Livermore, California, USA ().


We design, manufacture and distribute productivity tools for developing a brighter future. Whether cultivating the earth or building upon it, Topcon brings innovation in workflow automation and seamless connectivity of data to construction, geopositioning and agriculture industries focused on developing a sustainable tomorrow.


Topcon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Who Is Topcon?

At Topcon, we’re more than just a global leader; we’re a catalyst for change. By leveraging our expertise in optics, positioning, and machine automation, we’re focused on making the world better by solving the challenges facing healthcare, agriculture, and infrastructure. Our solutions improve people’s lives by combining our precision technology and data solutions for better outcomes and increased productivity.

As part of our Topcon family of over 2,500 professionals, you’re not just another employee; you’re a valued member of a tight-knit community. We encourage you to be authentic and bring your own unique perspectives, knowledge and experiences. Across our global teams, you’ll discover individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds collaborating to create a brighter, more sustainable future.

Why Work at Topcon?

Join Topcon’s team of engineers/developers and become part of our mission to build a healthier, more sustainable future. Our work supports the people who are building and feeding the world, impacting some of society’s most pressing challenges.

As an engineer here, you're much more than an employee; you're an integral part of a global team that celebrates innovation, practical problem-solving, and collaborative growth. In our down-to-earth culture, your ideas are heard, and your contribution to building a better world is recognized and celebrated. Your growth and development are supported every step of the way, fostering an environment where dedicated and creative engineers like you can thrive.

Who You Are

As a member of the Topcon engineering team, you’ll be someone who is

A Practical Problem-Solver, expert in delivering real-world solutions to challenging problems with a focus on impactful engineering.Excelling in Collaborative Teamwork, your ability to work effectively with diverse teams stands out, making complex problem-solving a collaborative effort.A Continuous Learner, committed to ongoing personal and professional growth, and driven by innovation and learning.Resilient and Adaptable, demonstrating resilience and adaptability when facing challenging project demands or technical hurdles.

What You Will Do

In this role, you'll be responsible for supporting OEM customers for all quality and reliability-related issues by performing root cause investigations on all product returns and driving the implementation of Topcon products and process improvements.

Perform root-cause analysis for field and production failures. Special focus on analysis of OEM customer product returns (RMAs) for determination of potential impact on warranty costs.Analyze electronic circuits at system, module, and component level. When appropriate, conduct experiments in an attempt to recreate failures or analyze ‘what if’ scenarios. When necessary, employ 3rd party analysis labs to provide additional capabilities. Drive interactions with 3rd party labs and coordinate samples as needed. Perform Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) and/or Fault Tree Analysis as needed.Recommend potential follow-up actions to revise manufacturing processes and/or product designs. Work with Reliability Engineering team to review individual failure cases and to understand the impact of potential design changes. Provide feedback to the Product Development team to ensure that lessons learned feed forward into next generation products.Create concise failure analysis reports with exceptional visualizations and present findings to project teams.

Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes

Knowledge and hands on experience with failure analysis and materials characterization techniques such as Electrical testing and characterization (multimeter, curve tracer, oscilloscope) temperature characterization, optical microscope, real time X-ray, decapsulation, cross sectioning, dye and pry, XRF…etc.)Good familiarity with radio communications and modulations, protocols such as CAN, Ethernet, TCP/IP, UDP, serial, i2C, SPI, USB etc. Ability to write custom applications for tests.Deep understanding of software, firmware, OS, analytical tools and fundamental failure mechanism theories.Knowledge of various root cause analysis techniques such as fault tree analysis, fishbone diagrams, and 5 Whys can help in systematically identifying underlying issues.Strong analytical skills with a working knowledge of statistical methods and the use of standard quality tools (e.g. FMEA, SPC, DOE, MSA, ANOVA, regression analysis, etc.).Working knowledge of Windows, C++, Visual Basic. Python, and LabVIEW.Strong team player, detail oriented, proactive, self-driven, and results-orientedAbility to effectively communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including technical and non-technical audiences.Ability to manage projects effectively, including setting timelines, prioritizing tasks, and coordinating with other team members or departments involved in the analysis process.Provide feedback to the Product Development team to ensure that lessons learned feed forward into next generation products.Create concise failure analysis reports with exceptional visualizations and present findings to project teams.

The ideal candidate for this position will bring a combination of the following skills and qualifications:

BS/MS Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or equivalent experience.At least 5 years of practical business experience in any application of Root Cause Analysis methodologies.Work On-siteWilling to travel and support OEM customers when required.

Base Pay:

Expected Base Pay Range: $115,000 to $132,000 Annualized

The base pay range included is a projected hiring range for a position, level and potential work location(s) listed. Topcon provides the compensation range that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule.

Benefits*:

Topcon offers a comprehensive benefit package for this position including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, tax saving spending accounts a 401(k) plan with employer match, tuition reimbursement in addition to other perks and benefits. We also offer time off for our employees to recharge. Our employees are eligible for paid company holidays, paid personal time off, and paid sick time that meets or exceeds state/local requirements. 

Topcon reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation; individual candidate compensation may be determined based on individual skills, experience, training, certifications, education, final work location and other factors not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law. Changes in the position level, location or other factors associated with the role may change the final determined compensation. The recruiter can provide additional information during the hiring process.

*Topcon time off policies can vary as well as roles which are exempt or non-exempt. For hourly (“non-exempt”) employees, we offer personal paid time off which accrues in accordance with local standards. For salaried (“exempt”) employees, we offer a flexible paid time off policy giving you flexibility to take time when needed, while supporting business needs. All paid time off policies are in accordance with or exceeding local law. Employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible for our Health and Welfare benefit package.

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