Quality Engineer - Failure Analysis

The Failure Analysis Engineer will be responsible for all quality related aspects of product analysis, new product qualification, process evaluation and reliability testing. They will conduct complex theoretical and experimental investigations in manufacturing, research, design, and scientific applications for tantalum capacitors. The investigations will require hands-on failure analysis, gathering data to support your findings, and applying scientific principles of electrical, mechanical, or chemical nature. KAVX Biddeford is a AS9100, ISO19001, and ISO13485 certified manufacturing plant.

Formal Education & Training:

BS in Engineering or Science plus 1 - 3 years of related work experience

Major responsibilities and ongoing tasks:

• Perform product analysis, DPA, qualification and reliability test programs correctly and on schedule.

• Provide direction to product analysis operators as needed for efficient and effective processing of analyses.

• Review test data and results for appropriate analyses and prepare interim/final reports as required.

• Collect and analyze pertinent data/history when required and recommend corrective action, dispositions or process improvements.

• Provide technical support for engineering projects and assist in the implementation of new test protocols, equipment and systems.

• Set up, troubleshoot, adjust, maintain and operate departmental equipment.

• Completes projects with minimum supervision.

• Responsible for completing respective paperwork

• Enter data in computer when applicable.

• Train personnel as required.

• Computer: spreadsheet, database, computer graphics, statistical analysis.

• Technical: general knowledge and understanding of SPC, DOE, ANOVA, product analysis, and product reliability.

• Interpersonal: ability to work with operators, supervisors, managers and customers in a professional manner.

• Knowledge of solid tantalum capacitor theory, operation, characterization, manufacture, testing and inspection.

• Perform failure analysis, record and analyze data, retrieve and analyze records and prepare clear and concise reports.

• Experience with CAP, DF, ESR, and DC leakage equipment for testing and characterizing capacitors.

Preferred Additional Experience:

• Experience with CT Scanning, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Ion Chromatography (IC), SEM EDAX analysis, Ion Beam Milling.
• Minitab Statistics.
• Experience with 8D process and implementing CAPA.
• Demonstrated Continuous Improvement/Problem Solving skills.

We offer a full-time position with the following benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Kyocera-AVX is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.