Manufacturing Hardware Test Engineer

WHO WE ARE

Together we are a world-class diversified manufacturer with a commitment from our team to proudly provide pure precision solutions to our customers, delivering superior quality, value, and service.

Ferrotec (USA) Corporation is a technology company with a worldwide presence in various end products, manufacturing systems, and industries serving primarily the semiconductor industry. We provide our customers with advanced materials, components, systems, and manufacturing solutions. Please visit for a list of office locations.

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

Hands-on Manufacturing Test Engineer (Hardware) with strong experience in hardware testing, electrical/electromechanical troubleshooting, failure analysis, and manufacturing support.

The ideal candidate can independently troubleshoot complex product failures, isolate issues to the component, subassembly, manufacturing process, supplier material, test fixture/equipment, or interface level, determine root cause, and clearly communicate technical findings to customers, suppliers, and internal teams.

This is not a Software Test Engineer position. The primary focus is hardware test engineering and hands-on manufacturing support.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Hardware Test Engineering – 80%

• Own production hardware testing, troubleshooting, failure analysis, fault isolation, and test-related continuous improvement.
• Independently troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and electromechanical failures using schematics, drawings, specifications, test procedures, test logs, and diagnostic equipment.
• Identify what failed, where it failed, why it failed, and which component/system/process is causing the failure.
• Determine whether failures originate from product hardware, component/supplier material, workmanship, manufacturing process, test equipment, fixture, interface, or test methodology.
• Analyze test data, logs, error codes, and failure trends; lead/support RCA, 5-Why, Fishbone, 8D, CAPA, containment, and corrective actions.
• Maintain and continuously improve Product Troubleshooting Guides, diagnostic procedures, failure libraries, test instructions, and lessons learned.
• Support test stations, fixtures, instrumentation, and troubleshooting equipment; drive improvements in FPY, test yield, reliability, repeatability, and cycle time.
• Train and support technicians in standardized troubleshooting and test methods.
• Develop sufficient technical understanding of externally controlled test systems, specifications, fixtures, instrumentation, and acceptance criteria to effectively support production and failure analysis.
• Develop sufficient technical understanding of customer test systems to interpret test sequences, limits, logs, error codes, results, and failure conditions.
• Evaluate and communicate test findings using the appropriate technical language with Customer ? Internal Teams ? Suppliers, ensuring alignment on failure mechanism, root cause, and corrective action.
• Identify and escalate suspected issues with customer test scripts, specifications, test limits, fixtures, or equipment using objective technical evidence.
• Attend and actively support customer, supplier, failure-analysis, test, engineering, qualification, and production-related meetings, including tracking assigned actions through closure.

Manufacturing Engineering – 20%

• Support production, NPI, product transfers, qualification/pilot builds, manufacturing troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
• Investigate assembly, workmanship, tooling, fixture, material, documentation, and process-related issues.
• Support development and improvement of work instructions, manufacturing/test procedures, process controls, and troubleshooting methods.
• Evaluate manufacturing and test impacts associated with engineering changes, including inventory exposure, work-in-process (WIP), tooling, fixtures, documentation, training, and implementation requirements.
• Review technical dispositions and support resolution of material, workmanship, supplier and engineering-related production issues, including containment, corrective actions, and implementation activities.
• Work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Supplier Quality Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Planning, Program Management, customers, and suppliers.

Ideal Candidate

• The engineer must be capable of determining: What failed ? Where it failed ? Why it failed ? Root cause/source ? Supporting evidence ? Corrective action ? Verification and closure.
• The ideal candidate is equally comfortable troubleshooting hardware on the manufacturing floor, analyzing test data, working across departments, and professionally presenting technical findings to customers and suppliers.

• Perform other related duties as may be reasonably assigned in the course of business.
• Achievement of objectives must include an over-riding commitment to quality that must permeate the areas of responsibility.
• Enable and Drive Change in the Organization.

Not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice at management’s sole discretion

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Bachelor's / Master’s degree in electrical engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline; equivalent relevant technical experience may be considered
• 4–8 years of hands-on Hardware Test Engineering and/or Manufacturing Engineering experience in a production environment.
• Demonstrated experience with hardware troubleshooting, manufacturing test, failure analysis, test equipment, and root cause investigation.
• Experience supporting complex electrical/electromechanical products, semiconductor equipment, robotics, automation, or capital equipment is preferred.
• Experience working directly with customers and suppliers in technical failures, corrective actions, and engineering changes is highly desirable.

Must be able to work 100% on-site in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

PERKS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

With positive values, a productive atmosphere, and a commitment to excellence, Ferrotec encourages employees to maximize and realize their potential.

The salary range included in this job posting is relevant to applicants who reside or work in the Livermore, CA area only. Salary offers will depend on experience, knowledge, skills, education, and location. Actual salary may vary due to these and other factors.

Ferrotec is proud to offer a Competitive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, 401K Matching, Flexible Work Hours, Tuition Reimbursement, Leadership Development, Travel and Hotel Discounts, Paid Time Off, Sick & Wellness and Volunteer Time, Employee Recognition Program, Employee Engagement & Appreciation Events hosted throughout the year. Virtual Wellness Activities and Classes are available to all employees & family members and Much More!

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Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.