Failure Analysis Engineer, Discrete Devices Integrated Circuits

The Failure Analysis Team's mission is to determine root cause and contributing factors to improve Tesla's products in collaboration with a large cross-section of other engineering teams. Engineers and Technicians on the team are responsible for a wide variety of Vehicle and Energy systems including the existing fleet and new products under development. This is a high-visibility, individual contributor role that requires extensive hands-on failure analysis of electronic systems and components.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, fast-learning individual who will work closely with experienced engineers on analyzing, root causing, and reporting on electronic component issues involving systems such as infotainment, low voltage, power electronics, and battery systems among others.

As an industry leading company, Tesla offers the opportunity to work on leading products and cutting-edge technology in a fast paced, dynamic, and high visibility role.

Responsibilities

• Apply analytical tools and techniques to determine deep-level electrical failure modes in electronic components including discrete semiconductors and integrated circuits
• Perform functional testing and board level debug to reproduce symptoms, isolate failing components, and confirm electrical failure modes
• Perform both electrical and physical failure analysis techniques to successfully root cause PCBA/Component level failures
• Work cross-functionally with engineers from Design, Quality, Manufacturing Test, and Supplier Industrialization to contain and correct defects found in failure analysis
• Produce written reports that clearly convey results of failure analysis, next steps, and corrective action
• Design experiments to test hypotheses and recreate failure mechanisms

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Material Science, Electrical, Mechanical, or Electromechanical Engineering or equivalent relevant industrial experience in semiconductor/IC, and/or PCBA failure analysis
• Proficient in semiconductor fault isolation techniques such as Laser Scan Microscopy, Photon Emission Microscopy, and Lock in Thermography
• Proficient in semiconductor/IC sample preparation techniques such as cross sectioning, chemical decapsulation, and IC delayering
• Proficient at reading schematics, datasheets, and troubleshooting analog and digital circuits
• Demonstrable experience using electrical test equipment: Power Supplies, Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Curve Tracers, SMUs, CAN Dongles, Functional Testers, and other common test equipment
• Fine probing and soldering skills required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
• SEM/FIB experience a strong plus

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation

$84,000 - $222,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.