Hardware Failure Analysis Engineer

Category Engineering Hire Type Employee Job ID 16478 Base Salary Range $162000-$243000 Remote Eligible No Date Posted 04.12.2026

We Are:

At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are:

You are a highly analytical and hands-on engineer, passionate about hardware systems and their reliability. With a deep understanding of electronics, troubleshooting techniques, and system-level failures, you thrive in fast-paced environments where precision and attention to detail matter most. You combine technical rigor, data driven analysis with a collaborative spirit, always seeking to uncover root causes and drive continuous improvement.

Your experience spans across failure analysis, PCBA testing, and Final Assembly system testing, making you a go-to expert for both technical challenges and field reliability.

You enjoy working with cross-functional teams, communicating complex findings in clear, actionable ways, and you’re comfortable presenting your insights to stakeholders at all levels.

You are proactive, resourceful, and dedicated, always ready to take ownership of challenging problems and see them through to resolution. If you’re looking for a role where your expertise will directly influence the success of industry-leading products and where your growth is nurtured through collaboration and innovation, Synopsys is the place for you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Managing field hardware quality for SynopsysHAVproducts
• Monitoring field quality dataandmetrics such as RMA rates, MTBF, and product reliability.
• Owning failure analysisof fieldreturned hardware, maintaining SLA on FA, and ensuring accurate entry of FA information in the RMA database.
• Analyzing RMAdata, Failure Analysis, and Repair data to identify trends and raise quality excursions, collaborating withmulti disciplinaryengineering teams to validate resolution plans.
• Drivingimprovement,containment and mitigation plans for quality alerts, troubleshooting failures from system to PCBA/mechanical component level.
• Conducting component-level troubleshooting and repair with supply chain partners, reviewing and approving failure analysis results, and maintaining design for reliability/service guides.
• Publishing external-facing Failure Analysis Reports
• Leading field hardware quality meetings with key stakeholders, including senior management and customer support teams.

• Enhancing and scaling up FA testing and automation, deploying standardized processes at global suppliers, and managing component-level supplier FA as needed
• Oversee operational performance of Failure Analysis@contract manufacturer(s), ensuring partner(s) achieve key performance indicators, including FA SLA times, fault duplication rates, and fault isolation rates
• Work closely with the Product Quality and Manufacturing Test team to improve factory quality from field FA data
• Review and approve Failure Analysis results. Ensure status of RMA and Failure Analysis cases are updated in Synopsys customer relationship management system
• Maintain ECO matrix forRMAproductsand its implementation for repaired inventory
• Maintain a design for reliability/service guide. Review upcoming designs for DFR/DFS requirements
• Driving component level failure analysis with appropriate suppliers
• Travelup to25% of the timeto supplier sites out of the bay area

The Impact You Will Have:

• Elevate product quality and reliability, ensuring Synopsys hardware consistently meets and exceeds customer expectations.
• Reduce field failure rates and improve MTBF, directly contributing to customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
• Drive proactive identification and resolution of quality excursions, minimizing downtime and optimizing manufacturing processes.
• Influence design for reliability and service, impacting future product development and lifecycle management.
• Support key business metrics by maintaining accurate failure analysis records and communicating actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration, enhancing teamwork between engineering, manufacturing, and customer support.
• Lead process improvements, standardization, and automation initiatives that scale globally and enhance supplier performance.

What You’ll Need:

• BS/MS in Electrical/ElectronicsEngineering or related field, with 7-10years of experience in hardware failure analysisand/or Manufacturing test engineering.
• Strong background in PCBA design, system test, and hardware troubleshooting, including hands-on experience with test and measurement equipment (oscilloscope, Linux-based tests).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PERL, Bash, shell) and working in a Linux environment.

• Experience with analytical tools (SEM/EDS, CSAM, destructive/non-destructive tests) and understanding of circuit board schematics/layout.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word/Excel, Salesforce, SAP, Jira, and report automation tools (MS BI/Tableau/Sisense/Crystal Reports).
• Basic mechanical engineering knowledge and ability to lift/move up to 65lbs regularly.

Who You Are:

• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and efficient in both written and oral communication
• Collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments and values diverse perspectives
• Proactive problem solver with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Adaptable and resourceful, able to manage multiple priorities and drive process improvements
• Committed to continuous learning and professional growth, with a passion for innovation and quality

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of:

You will join the Hardware Assited Verification (HAV) Operations Engineering team—a dedicated group of engineers focused on delivering superior hardware quality and reliability. Together, you’ll collaborate closely with manufacturing, quality, test, application, R&D and field support teams to root cause hardware failures, optimize processes, and drive product improvement. The team’s core purpose is to ensure Synopsys emulation and prototyping systems set the industry standard for performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.

In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.