Zipline
Failure Analysis Engineer - Materials
South San Francisco, California, USAmidAdded 1 month ago
About this role
Zipline is seeking a Failure Analysis Engineer to lead investigations of hardware failures, determine root causes, and ensure findings influence product improvements. This role involves a combination of lab work, data analysis, and collaboration with various engineering teams to prevent recurring issues and improve overall product reliability. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, data-driven, and adept at communicating complex technical information.
What you'll do
- Lead failure investigations from start to finish, including evidence handling and analysis.
- Perform physical evidence preservation and testing using techniques like microscopy and CT scanning.
- Identify material failure mechanisms (fatigue, corrosion, etc.).
- Develop standardized failure analysis workflows and reporting formats.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and improve designs.
What they're looking for
- Failure Analysis
- Materials Science
- Optical Microscopy
- SEM/EDS
- Metallography
- CT/X-ray Inspection
- Mechanical Testing
- Root Cause Analysis
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Likely interview questions
- Describe your experience with different failure analysis techniques and when you would choose one over another.
- Walk me through a complex failure investigation you led, detailing your process and conclusions.