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Failure Analysis Engineer

Actalent
Hayward, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 4/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2026

Job Title: Failure Analysis Engineer

Job Description

This quality engineering role is focused on understanding the root cause of product testing failures, with a strong emphasis on electrical and electronics analysis. The role requires the use of specialized equipment such as oscilloscopes and X-ray CT scanners to perform detailed analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct failure analysis to identify and understand the root causes of product testing failures.
  • Utilize specialized equipment like oscilloscopes and X-ray CT scanners for detailed electrical and electronics analysis.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing teams to implement solutions based on analysis findings.
  • Prepare and present reports on findings and recommended actions to prevent future failures.

Essential Skills

  • At least 3-5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing, preferably with experience in failure analysis.
  • Basic quality engineering experience to understand why tests are failing and perform root cause analysis.
  • Proficiency in using oscilloscopes and X-ray CT scanners for electronics analysis.
  • An engineering degree is preferred, with a focus on electronics experience over mechanical.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in manufacturing engineering.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Work Environment

The position is onsite in Hayward. Employees will enjoy a start-up environment with perks such as free lunch.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Hayward, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hayward,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $65 - $70

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