Flex
Manufacturing
FailureAnalysisEngineeringLead
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Lead candidates.
“Failure Analysis Engineering Lead at Flex. Skills: Failure Analysis, Power Electronics, Root Cause Analysis. Lead failure analysis activities. Identify electrical, component, design, system failures”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure product quality; Ensure reliability; Ensure customer satisfaction; Improve efficiency and accuracy; Identify systemic and recurring failures; Improve product robustness; Enhance technical capability; Enhance diagnostic effectiveness
Industry & Context.
Root cause identification; Corrective actions; Continuous improvement initiatives; Resolve technical issues; Improve product robustness
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Strong experience in failure analysis or test engineering within electronics manufacturing, expertise in power electronics (AC/DC, DC/DC, LLC converters, PSU, power shelves, rack systems), Proven experience in root cause analysis, debugging, and failure investigation at component, circuit, and system level, Hands-on experience with electronic lab and diagnostic equipment (oscilloscope, power analyzer, etc.), understanding of test data analysis (CPK, yield trends, reliability data, Pareto analysis), Experience supporting NPI, manufacturing, and repair environments in high-volume production, Ability to define and improve failure analysis processes, tools, and methodologies, cross-functional collaboration with R &D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Customer teams, Experience preparing and delivering technical reports and customer presentations, Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal), Demonstrated ability to mentor and train technical teams and drive best practices adoption
What You'll Do.
Lead failure analysis activities
Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions
Define and implement failure analysis methodologies
Perform advanced debugging
Develop and release failure analysis reports
Drive yield improvement and failure reduction initiatives
Lead continuous improvement of FA lab capability
Train and mentor technicians and engineers
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Repair teams; Cross-functional collaboration with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, and Customer teams; Present technical reports to stakeholders, including customers
Communication Scope
Bilingual (English/Spanish) technical reports; Advanced English proficiency
Full Job Description
Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary. ## Job Summary To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Senior Failure Analysis Engineer – Power Electronics located in Guadalajara, North Campus. This role is responsible for leading complex failure analysis activities on power electronics products (AC/DC, DC/DC, LLC topologies), driving root cause identification, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives across NPI and high-volume manufacturing. The position plays a key role in ensuring product quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction, while developing diagnostic capabilities, processes, and technical expertise at the site level. **What a typical day looks like:** * Lead failure analysis activities for **power electronics products** , identifying electrical, component, design, and system-level failures. * Drive **root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions （RCCA）** to resolve complex production and field issues. * Define and implement **failure analysis methodologies, debug strategies, and diagnostic processes** to improve efficiency and accuracy. * Analyze test logs, CPK data, burn-in （BI） data, and reliability trends to identify **systemic and recurring failures**. * Perform advanced debugging using **oscilloscopes, multimeters, power analyzers** , and other lab equipment. * Collaborate cross-functionally with **R &D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Repair teams** to resolve technical issues and improve product robustness. * Support **NPI, pilot builds, and mass production** , ensu
Applying for this Failure Analysis Engineering Lead role?
Most applicants get filtered before a human reads their resume. See if yours makes the cut.
How to Apply on Workday
- Workday has a multi-step form — save your progress after every section.
- "Apply With LinkedIn" can fail or lose data; manual entry is more reliable.
- Watch for the "Submit for Review" final step — hitting "Save" alone does not submit.
- Job requisition numbers are useful when following up with HR by email.
ANONYMOUS · UNFILTERED
What do employees actually say about Flex?
Real rants from real employees. Read before you apply.