Failure Analysis Engineer
Location: Netherlands (relocation support available)
Industry: Semiconductors / Electronics / Mechatronics
Employment Type: Full-time
Contract Type: Long-term (1–2 year contract, with potential for direct hire by client)
About the Role
Are you an Electronics or Mechatronics Engineer who loves diving deep into technical problems, but also thrives in the field, solving them hands-on?
We’re looking for a Failure Analysis Engineer to join a cutting-edge technology team in the Netherlands. You’ll be the go-to expert for troubleshooting mechatronic and electronic equipment failures, performing root cause analyses (RCA), and creating technical reports that drive real product improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and troubleshoot machinery and product failures
- Perform root cause analysis (RCA) on PCBs and electronic systems
- Document findings in clear, detailed technical reports
- Partner with quality, product, and manufacturing teams to implement corrective and preventive actions
- Support both internal manufacturing and external clients with containment measures and reliability improvements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve systemic issues and prevent recurrence
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (BSc/BEng) in Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
- 3+ Years of experience troubleshooting electronic systems
- Proven experience performing root cause analyses on a PCB level and RCA methodologies (must have)
- Background in semiconductor manufacturing, electronics, or complex automation systems
- Hands-on experience in the use of Lab Equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope ect.)
- Strong analytical skills and ability to write structured, technical reports
- Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken)
- Proactive mindset, high sense of responsibility, and ownership of problems from start to finish
We Offer
- 1-2 year contract (40 hours/week) with the possibility of permanent employment.
- Monthly gross salary: €3,500 - €5,000 (based on experience and education).
- 25 paid vacation days + paid public holidays.
- Holiday allowance of 8.33%, paid annually in May.
- Travel reimbursement: €0.23/km.
- Relocation support:
- First housing arranged and upfront payment of rent/deposit if needed
- €1,500 - €3,000 net relocation bonus
- Pick-up on arrival and onboarding support (bank, BSN, insurance, etc.)
- Work permit and visa assistance (if applicable).
- Team onboarding events and community support.
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