Senior Failure Analysis Engineer

XP Power is a global leader in providing essential power solutions to the Industrial Technology, Healthcare and Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment sectors. We design and manufacture power controllers, the essential hardware component in every piece of electrical equipment that converts power from the electricity grid into the right form for equipment to function. Listed as a FTSE 250 company on the London Stock Exchange we are a fast-growing business, serving our global blue-chip customer base from 29 locations across Europe, North America, and Asia. We are extremely proud and committed to our culture that values Customer Focus, Flexibility, Knowledge, Speed, and Integrity. Joining our team means you’ll work in a high performing global organisation where employees collaborate, and strive to make XP Power the first-choice power solutions provider delivering the ultimate experience for our customers and our people.

XP Power is seeking a highly-skilled and experienced Senior Failure Analysis Engineer to join our team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for providing in-depth root cause understanding of product returns from customers. This hands-on position requires close collaboration with multiple engineering disciplines and a strong background in switch mode power supply design or similar technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform fault reproduction, troubleshooting, system characterization, and root cause analysis of product issues, while ensuring efficient bug tracking and resolution.

• Collaborate effectively with engineering and support team members to troubleshoot complex technical issues across a wide range of systems.

• Deliver comprehensive technical reports to customers detailing findings from product failure investigations.

• Participate in new product development during the qualification phase for training and ramp-up.

• Provide expert advice to internal and external customers on corrective actions based on the results of the analysis.

• Undertake additional duties as assigned.

As a Senior Failure Analysis Engineer at XP Power, you will demonstrate strong leadership and teamwork qualities. Timely execution of deliverables and the ability to work under pressure are critical to success in this role. 

Key Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.

• In-depth knowledge of AC-DC and DC-DC power conversion circuit topologies, such as fly-back, forward, boost, buck, and buck-boost converters.

• Experience with high voltage and firmware debug is a strong plus.

• Background in designing and deploying Automated Test Equipment (ATE) or custom test racks to streamline repetitive failure verification and long-term reliability stress testing is highly desirable.

• Proven ability to develop automated scripts (Python, LabVIEW) for instrument control and data logging, improving test efficiency, reducing manual intervention, and increasing repeatability is a plus.

• Comprehensive understanding of analog, mixed-signal, and/or power semiconductor operational characteristics, with the ability to apply fault isolation techniques at both component and board levels.

• Proficiency in using lab equipment for characterization and design of power supplies and systems (oscilloscopes, DMMs, EMI analyzers, loads, sources, etc.).

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and across functional departments.

• A proactive and aggressive attitude, with the ability to achieve goals in a fast-paced environment.

 

XP Power provides a competitive package and highly engaging work environment for the right candidates.