Technician, Failure Analysis
Eurofins · San Francisco Bay Area
📍 Sunnyvale, CA, usvia smartrecruitersPosted 2026-09-18
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Eurofins EAG Laboratories has over 40 years experience in engineering and materials testing services. Our parent company, Eurofins Scientific, is a multi-billion-dollar global leader in engineering and scientific services operating over 950 labs in 60 countries with 65,000 employees with a portfolio of over 200,000 validated analytical methods.
At EAG, curiosity fuels everything we do. Every analysis, every test, and every question asked in our labs helps unlock what materials and products are capable of—and what the world can build next. If you’re energized by materials science, analytical chemistry, engineering rigor, and solving problems that matter, you’ll feel right at home here.
Every analysis, every test, and every question asked in our labs helps unlock what materials and products are capable of—and what the world can build next. If you’re energized by materials science, analytical chemistry, and engineering rigor, you’ll feel right at home here.
Our scientists and engineers support industries ranging from semiconductors and advanced electronics to pharmaceuticals, medical devices, energy systems, and consumer products. Using advanced techniques in analytical chemistry, microscopy, surface analysis, and engineering sciences, we help clients solve complex challenges across the product lifecycle.
What sets EAG apart isn’t just our world‑class instrumentation—it’s our people. We’re problem solvers, collaborators, and lifelong learners who value precision, curiosity, and impact. Here, your work directly influences the safety, reliability, and performance of products used around the globe.
Imagine the possibilities. Let’s explore them together.
Eurofins EAG Laboratories is seeking a Failure Analysis Technician to support hands-on investigations of electronic components, assemblies, and systems. Working alongside engineers and technical staff, you will perform diagnostic testing, fault isolation, sample preparation, and laboratory activities that support root cause analysis.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on troubleshooting, working with electronic hardware, operating laboratory equipment, and supporting technical investigations in a fast-paced environment. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, a methodical approach to problem solving, and the ability to accurately document findings.
What You'll Do
Perform hands-on testing, inspection, and failure analysis activities on semiconductor devices, electronic components, assemblies, and systems
Execute established test plans and analytical procedures under the guidance of engineers and senior technical staff
Assist with fault isolation activities using electrical, mechanical, and physical analysis techniques
Operate laboratory equipment such as X-ray systems, microscopes, electrical test equipment, and other analytical tools
Collect, organize, and document test results, observations, and supporting data
Perform sample preparation activities including deprocessing, cross-sectioning, lapping, polishing, and related techniques as trained
Support troubleshooting efforts through hardware inspection, component replacement, rework verification, and validation testing
Analyze diagnostic logs, test data, schematics, and other engineering documentation to support investigations
Maintain accurate records, photographs, and laboratory documentation
Support engineers with report preparation and technical documentation
Follow laboratory safety, quality, and equipment operating procedures
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, organization, and laboratory workflows
Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and project teams to meet customer schedules and turnaround requirements
Why Join EAG
Work on challenging technical problems across a variety of industries and technologies
Gain exposure to advanced failure analysis techniques and laboratory equipment
Develop hands-on experience with semiconductor and electronics investigations
Work alongside experienced engineers and technical experts
Collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on continuous learning and technical excellence
Compliance Requirement (ITAR)
This position supports work subject to U.S. export control regulations.
Applicants must meet U.S. Person status as defined by ITAR:
U.S. Citizen
U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card)
Protected Individual (asylee or refugee)
Education, Experience and Knowledge
Associate degree, technical certification, military technical training, or Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Engineering Technology or a related field
Experience in electronics manufacturing, semiconductor processing, failure analysis, hardware diagnostics, repair, quality, test, or laboratory environments
Experience troubleshooting electronic assemblies, systems, or components
Familiarity with laboratory and diagnostic equipment such as: Digital multimeters
Oscilloscopes
Microscopes
X-ray systems
Electrical test equipment
Diagnostic software and tools
Experience following written work instructions, test procedures, and quality requirements
Ability to document findings and maintain accurate technical records
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work onsite in a laboratory environment and manage multiple assignments
Basic understanding of electronics, electrical measurements, and troubleshooting techniques
Preferred
Experience supporting semiconductor, electronics, aerospace, defense, automotive, or manufacturing industries
Familiarity with failure analysis, reliability, quality, or product-debug environments
Experience with hardware diagnostics, component replacement, repair validation, or fault isolation
Exposure to sample preparation techniques, cross-sectioning, SEM, X-ray, or related analytical methods
Familiarity with Linux-based diagnostic environments
Experience using scripting or automation tools such as Python, Bash, or
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