Senior FA Engineer – Lead Failure Analysis & Drive Manufacturing Excellence
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the electronics manufacturing industry to hire a Senior FA (Failure Analysis) Engineer for a direct hire opportunity in the Richardson, TX area.
Salary range - $110,000 - $114,000
If you are an experienced engineering professional who excels at root cause investigation, process optimization, and improving product reliability, this is your opportunity to make a direct impact on quality, cost, and delivery performance in a high-tech manufacturing environment.
The Impact You’ll Make
As a Senior Lead Engineer, Manufacturing Process with a focus on Failure Analysis, you will design, develop, deploy, and optimize manufacturing processes while leading complex investigations that protect product quality and customer satisfaction. Your expertise will drive data-based decisions, reduce manufacturing costs, and enhance reliability across new and existing product lines.
Your work will directly influence operational performance and customer success.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you will:
Lead failure analysis investigations to identify root causes impacting product quality, yield, and reliability
Develop and implement optimized manufacturing processes to achieve quality, cost, and delivery goals
Interpret and execute customer technical roadmaps and related process development initiatives
Lead the development and release of full manufacturing processes for new product introductions
Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFX) tools and methodologies to reduce cost and improve reliability
Plan and lead Design of Experiments (DOE) to assess process capability and validate improvements
Establish process controls and data collection strategies to monitor performance
Analyze complex manufacturing and reliability data to drive corrective and preventive actions
Provide clear, accurate, and timely communication to management on critical technical and business issues
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, operations, and customer teams
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience
4–6 years of experience in failure analysis, manufacturing process engineering, or electronics manufacturing
Strong experience with root cause analysis methodologies and corrective action implementation
Working knowledge of DFX principles and process optimization strategies
Experience leading Design of Experiments (DOE) and process capability studies
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex technical data
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in electronics manufacturing or high-reliability environments
Background supporting new product introduction (NPI) programs
Familiarity with reliability testing and yield improvement initiatives
Proven track record of reducing defects and improving long-term product performance
Ability to manage multiple technical priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
Work Environment
This position is based in the Fort Worth area within a professional manufacturing setting. The role involves extended periods of computer-based analysis, detailed data review, and collaboration with production and engineering teams. Occasional travel may be required.
Take the Next Step in Your Career
If you are ready to lead high-impact failure analysis initiatives, strengthen manufacturing processes, and drive measurable quality improvements, we encourage you to apply.
Submit your application today to join PDS Tech Commercial’s industry-leading partner and advance your career as a Senior FA Engineer.
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
Pay Details: $110,000.00 to $114,000.00 per year
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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