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As part of the Manufacturing Test Engineering team, the Failure Analysis Test Electrical Engineer at Etched, you will own the electrical debug and failure analysis engineering side of our AI systems, ensuring seamless product introduction from NPI through high-volume ramp. You will collaborate with hardware, ASIC, diagnostics, test, and reliability engineering to drive diagnosability, manufacturing predictability, yield process and material improvements, and product reliability. This role focuses on PCBA and L10 Server diagnosability and efficiency of repair, and sustaining improvements to ensure our AI hardware meets the highest standards of quality and reliability.
Job Responsibility:
Own the electrical debug and failure analysis engineering side of our AI systems, ensuring seamless product introduction from NPI through high-volume ramp
Collaborate with hardware, ASIC, diagnostics, test, and reliability engineering to drive diagnosability, manufacturing predictability, yield process and material improvements, and product reliability
Focus on PCBA and L10 Server diagnosability and efficiency of repair, and sustaining improvements
Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and repair electronic assemblies (PCBA) down to the component level
Test Execution: Set up and operate test equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, DMMs)
Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed records of failure data, repair actions, and update debug procedures
Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with design and production teams to resolve recurring issues and improve product yield
Partner with Component Engineering, Supply Chain, and Hardware teams to influence component selection and mitigate manufacturing risk early in the design cycle
Perform board bring-up and debug, applying DOE/EFA and hands-on lab work
Review and influence Process FMEA and Design FMEA, providing diagnostics input
Provide leadership in complex issue resolution and drive defect/yield improvement initiatives
Requirements:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
5+ years of experience in manufacturing, product, or electrical engineering
Strong knowledge of system hardware architectures and PCB fabrication/assembly processes
Strong understanding of electronics circuits, schematics, and PCB Layouts
Experience with DFX/DFM, yield assessment, and board-level debug
Hands-on experience with PCB CAD/CAE tools (e.g., Allegro, Valor) and understanding of design-to-build flows
Proven ability to work across NPI and sustaining environments, from proto bring-up to ramp
Collaborative mindset to work effectively with cross-functional teams and suppliers
20% international travel expectation to Taiwan and other future factory locations
Nice to have:
Preferred working experience in manufacturing environment working directly with Contract Manufacturers (CMs) and ODMs to close capability gaps, improve yield, and qualify new components
Experience in fixture design and factory implementation support
What we offer:
Medical, dental, and vision packages with generous premium coverage
$500 per month credit for waiving medical benefits
Housing subsidy of $2k per month for those living within walking distance of the office
Relocation support for those moving to San Jose (Santana Row)
Various wellness benefits covering fitness, mental health, and more