5-10 years of experience in failure analysis and/or electrical connectors
Familiarity with solid modeling tools like Pro/E or Solidworks
Proficient in data analysis software such as MS Excel and Minitab
Experience in developing test plans for mechanical and environmental stresses
Knowledge of testing protocols in automotive or consumer industries is a plus
Strong communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
Responsibilities
Lead investigations into connector failures through inspection and testing
Conduct root cause analysis of failed connectors
Develop a failure analysis process and database for historical data
Interface with customers to communicate issues and solutions
Prepare test samples and collaborate with test lab technicians
Suggest corrective actions across design and inspection processes
Analyze testing results and create reports for stakeholders
Benefits
Opportunities for career growth within a global organization
Empowerment for all employees to positively impact the business
Full Job Description
Position Summary: Failure Analysis Engineer
Location: Nashua, NH
We are currently seeking an experienced Failure Analysis Engineer to join our Product Development team. The position will be located in Nashua, NH.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a Failure Analysis Engineer you will provide the lead in investigation of connector failures through inspection, testing and analysis of data.
Perform root cause analysis of failed connectors
Create a failure analysis process and database to capture historical data and utilize for future failure analyses
Interface with customers to understand the issues and inform them on the status, root cause, and solution
Confirm diagnoses through testing and inspection
Prepare test samples and test requests and work with test lab technicians.
Suggest corrective actions to design, process, inspection etc
Work with engineers from other disciplines to help with root cause
Process and analyze testing results and create reports and presentations for internal and external customers.
Collaborate with internal and external suppliers and manufacturing personnel
Request and review 8Ds from suppliers
QUALIFICATIONS:
BS/MS Mechanical Engineering
5 - 10 years of experience with failure analysis and/or electrical connectors
Experience with solid modeling tools - Pro/E and/or Solidworks would be a plus
Experience with data analysis software, MS Excel, Minitab would be a plus
Experience developing test plans for mechanical and environmental stresses
Experience specifying testing protocol in automotive or consumer industries would be a plus
Ability to communicate with technical & non-technical people
Ability to work in team environment
Desire to solve problems and identify solutions
Knowledge of copper alloys and high-performance engineering thermoplastics would be a plus
Basic understanding of electrical connectors
Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.
